A summer holiday should leave you with great memories, a tan and perhaps far too many photographs of the same sunset, not a stiff back, sore feet or a shoulder that objects every time you reach for your read more here
When temperatures rise, your body has to work harder to keep itself cool. This can lead to swollen hands and feet, muscle cramps, dehydration, headaches, fatigue and changes in how your muscles and joints feel. Hot weather can read more here
Racket sports such as tennis, padel, pickleball, badminton and squash are excellent ways to stay fit, improve coordination and enjoy some social time. However, the repeated sprinting, stopping, twisting, reaching and gripping involved can place considerable demands on read more here
Your feet may hurt more in summer because you're often doing more activity than usual, wearing different footwear, spending more time barefoot and walking on unfamiliar surfaces such as sand. These changes can place extra strain on the read more here
Gardening is a great way to stay active, but doing too much too soon, lifting awkwardly, spending too long kneeling or forgetting to warm up can all lead to back pain, knee pain, hip pain and muscle strains. read more here
Running is a fantastic way to improve cardiovascular fitness, strength and general wellbeing, but your muscles, tendons, bones and joints all need time to adapt to the demands of running. Common running problems include shin pain, knee pain, read more here
Winter sports are fantastic fun, but skiing and snowboarding can put significant demands on your muscles, joints and balance. Speed, cold muscles, unfamiliar movements, variable terrain, fatigue and long days on the slopes can all increase the risk read more here
Winter can affect more than just how much daylight we get. For some people, the darker months can bring lower mood, tiredness, reduced motivation, changes in sleep and appetite, and a general feeling of being physically and mentally read more here
Falls can happen to anyone, but the risk tends to increase with age, reduced strength or balance, poor vision, unsuitable footwear, hazards around the home and slippery surfaces such as ice. The good news is that many falls read more here
Pulling something heavy might not sound particularly demanding, but activities such as dragging a suitcase, pulling a wheelbarrow, moving furniture, pulling a heavy shopping trolley or even walking a strong dog can place considerable demands on your back. read more here