Science confirms that music and dancing does make you happy! I don't know about you, but who couldn’t do with a bit more happiness? When we dance and listen to music out brains release endorphin hormones which trigger neurotransmitters that create a feeling of comfort, relaxation and fun. The power of music and dance is a […]
We had a fabulous day with Versus Arthritis games day in Cookstown on Saturday 21 May. As you can see some of the participants were enjoying some Drum Based Exercise...
For the final blog in our series on how to live better for longer, we're focusing on probably the most important factor for us all to lead a healthier life: exercise. Nowadays it's more common to live a sedentary lifestyle than not. Whether you're bent over a computer screen in the office or at home […]
In this series of blogs, we've been breaking down a recent article published in The Times which covers key factors we can implement into our routine to have a healthier, happier existence later in life. So far we've looked at reframing attitude and purpose. These topics, while important, are often swallowed up by the biggest […]
Last we covered how having a positive mental attitude can play a defining role in keeping you young. According to this piece in the Sunday Times, having purpose is actually a sign of psychological strength, and is the key to a contented, longer life. The feeling of having no purpose can be isolating, demotivating and even […]
2022 is now well underway and a lot of us have moved past the “New Year, New Me” phase. For most of us, good intentions only get us so far and it’s incredibly easy to let old, not so positive habits creep back into your routine. It’s important to push against this however. With a […]
Staying active the easy way As we start to wrap up in front of the fire, guzzle on hot chocolate, and lounge on the sofa in front of the telly, physical activity can often fall to the wayside. It’s to be expected at this time of year - but there’s no reason we shouldn’t inject […]
October 10th is World Mental Health day. All of our lives have been affected in 18 months, one way or another. It is more important now than ever to break down the stigma associated with mental health and reach out for help when we need it. At LifeDock, we understand how your mental and physical […]
For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Lifedock Tutor Karen Case shares her experience of breast cancer, from diagnosis to treatment and recovery.
