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Helping people to change long‑standing health behaviours is one of the most challenging, and most important, aspects of working in health and fitness. Change is rarely straightforward. Motivation can rise and fall, confidence may grow and shrink, and setbacks are a normal part of the process rather than a sign of failure. As professionals, our […]
Continuing our exploration of models and theories of health behaviour change, today’s newsletter focuses on Albert Bandura’s Social Cognitive Theory. This influential framework represents a major development in our understanding of human behaviour, particularly within health promotion and behavioural intervention design. Like the Health Belief Model and the theories of Reasoned Action and Planned Behaviour […]
As health and fitness professionals, we often encounter sceptical remarks about health advice, such as, “They’re always changing their minds about what’s good for you – eggs used to be bad, now they’re good,” or, “My nan smoked every day of her life and lived to be 98.” While these phrases might seem dismissive or […]
I began my academic career in psychology – a subject I still love. It introduced me to behaviour change models and theories that have proved invaluable. Working in the fitness industry quickly taught me that knowledge and experience only go so far; meaningful progress rarely happens unless people change their lifestyle, habits, and behaviours – […]
A new study has found that regular physical activity during midlife and later years can cut the risk of developing dementia by up to 45%. Researchers tracked over 4,000 adults across three life stages – early adulthood, midlife (ages 45–64), and late life (ages 65–88) – for several decades. They discovered that those who were […]
Physical inactivity is quietly placing a heavy burden on the UK, with Sport England estimating a potential annual cost of £20 billion to the public purse. As the government prepares for its next Budget, the case for supporting sport and physical activity has never been clearer. This figure represents not just direct healthcare savings, but […]
Emerging research suggests that walking as few as 3,000 steps a day could significantly slow cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer’s disease. While the precise mechanisms behind this effect remain unclear, scientists believe it may be linked to the benefits of regular physical activity on brain health, such as reducing inflammation or improving blood flow. Previous […]
A recent discussion on the radio caught my attention, prompting me to seek out the BBC article they referenced. This article summarises my findings from that BBC source (see link below), along with insights gathered from additional research. In recent years, the “cut and bulk” diet – once the preserve of competitive bodybuilders – has […]
We do this movement many times a day, and for many people – especially those with weak legs, sore joints or balance problems – it can be surprisingly hard. Pushing on your thighs is not a bad habit or a sign of laziness. It is a simple, smart way to use your body’s mechanics. When […]
The fitness world is filled with exercises whose names often seem to bear little immediate relation to the movements they involve. Many exercises have straightforward, descriptive titles—consider “chest press”, “squat”, or “arm curl”. Even without knowing the precise technique, these names offer a clear mental image of the action. In contrast, terms such as “bird-dog”, […]
