Self-care, Pilates, mental health Siobhan Hodgson Self-care, Pilates, mental health Siobhan Hodgson

Does Pilates Improve Mental Health?

We all know that exercise is beneficial for our physical well-being, but did you know that it can also have a profound impact on our mental health? In this article, we’ll discuss the role of exercise in mental health, the specific benefits of Pilates, and how to incorporate Pilates into a holistic mental health plan. Let’s dive in!

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Self-care, Pilates, mental health Siobhan Hodgson Self-care, Pilates, mental health Siobhan Hodgson

The Mental Health Benefits Of Regular Pilates

In the hustle and bustle of modern living, the importance of maintaining good mental health has never been more paramount. While many are aware of the physical benefits of exercise, not everyone recognizes the profound mental health advantages – and with World mental Health Day on 10 October – we thought it was the perfect time to start the conversation.

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Yoga for Anxiety: 11 Poses to Try

Yoga can help you reduce feelings of stress and anxiety by connecting with your mind, body, and environment. Through certain poses and breathing techniques, you can learn how to control negative thoughts at your own pace.

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Self-care Siobhan Hodgson Self-care Siobhan Hodgson

What The Spring Equinox Means For Your Wellbeing

As winter fades and the days grow longer, the arrival of the spring equinox marks a moment of perfect balance between day and night. It's not just a celestial event but an invitation to renew your connection with nature and rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit.

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Self-care Siobhan Hodgson Self-care Siobhan Hodgson

Yoga and Pilates: A Powerful Combination

Yoga and Pilates together create a powerful blend of strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. While yoga enhances your flow and stretches, Pilates builds core stability. This combination not only elevates your physical fitness but also deepens mental clarity and breath control. Ready to experience this synergy? Try our Unlimited Intro Pass at Soulful Fitness!

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Spring Into New Beginnings

Spring is the season of renewal, the perfect time to embrace new beginnings. Whether you're refreshing your fitness routine or adopting healthier habits, small changes can lead to big growth. At Soulful Fitness, we're here to support your journey toward positive transformation this season.

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Self-Care for Health & Wellbeing

WHO defines self-care as the ability of individuals, families and communities to promote their own health, prevent disease, maintain health, and to cope with illness with or without the support of a health or care worker.

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Lifestyle, Recipies Siobhan Hodgson Lifestyle, Recipies Siobhan Hodgson

Top 10 mood-boosting foods

When your mood is low it is tempting to turn to sugary, high-calorie treats to lift your spirits but there are better food choices to help shift your outlook. Combining the right food choices with stress relief, better sleep and regular exercise may be the answer to a brighter, cheerier outlook.

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Light therapy: Not just for seasonal depression?

Light therapy — which involves sitting close to a special light source every morning for at least 30 minutes — can help improve SAD. But many people don't realize that this therapy can also be effective for major depression and depression that occurs during or after pregnancy, known as perinatal depression.

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Inside out: nourish your inner landscape the whole year through

Align and adjust your life, yoga and meditation practice with the seasonal changes by tuning in with the intrinsic powers of the 5 element system used in Taoist practices. We, human beings, are a biochemical formation of atoms, molecules, and cells. Within the deepest fibres of our body we share the same atomic footprint as our surrounding nature.

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How much sleep do you actually need?

On average, how many hours do you sleep each night? For most healthy adults, guidelines suggest at least seven hours of slumber. But these are general recommendations and not strict rules. "Some people need less than seven hours, while others might need more," says Eric Zhou with the Division of Sleep Medicine at Harvard Medical School.

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