EFL matches are kicking off one minute late (5–9 Feb 2026) to support Every Minute Matters — a reminder that early CPR and defibrillation saves lives. This post explains how to build a “CPR-ready fitness community” with simple steps: learn CPR (RevivR takes ~15 minutes), know where the AED is, and have a basic plan so people act quickly, not perfectly.

It’s Heart Month. This Heart Mag issue explains 4 key numbers to know (blood pressure, non-HDL cholesterol, blood sugar risk, and waist/weight trend) and gives one simple action for each. It also highlights what’s happening during Heart Month: Walk for Hearts, CPR learning in 15 minutes, and awareness campaigns like Every Minute Matters. Pick one number and one habit — repeat it until it feels normal.

Sleep is a health multiplier. Start with a consistent wake up time, add a simple wind down routine, and protect your bedroom environment. If sleep is persistently poor, CBT I is the most effective evidence based approach for chronic insomnia.

Happy New Year from My Movement Medicine. If you’re working on your heart health in 2026, you don’t need a dramatic reset, you need small steady habits. Start with 10 to 20 minutes a day at a comfortable to moderate effort, then build a simple 12 week routine with strength, cardio, and mobility. If you’d like support, you’re welcome to join us in person or online, free trial options available.

Healthier swaps for common UK Christmas favourites (without ruining the fun) Christmas food is part of the joy. This guide isn’t about “being perfect” — it’s about small swaps that help you continue to work towards your goals, while still eating the foods you actually want. If you’re living with a heart condition or risk with factors such as high blood pressure / cholesterol, these swaps also help you meet key aims: less saturated fat, less salt, more fibre, more fruit and v

Enjoying Christmas and protecting your heart can go hand in hand. Focus on balance, look at your diet across the week (not one meal), choose healthier swaps where you can, prioritise vegetables, plate your snacks, watch sauces, and keep alcohol within guidance (14 units/week). Small choices add up.

As we reach the end of the year, I wanted to share a short update and thank you for being part of My Movement Medicine. Whether you’ve attended sessions in person, joined online, or followed along in the background, your support has helped build a service that prioritises safe, evidence-based exercise and a genuinely supportive environment. Just as importantly, MMM has continued to grow into a community — a place where people feel welcomed, understood, and able to rebuild co

Staying Heart-Healthy During the Festive Season December is a joyful month filled with celebrations, family time, and well-earned rest. But it can also bring challenges: colder weather, busier schedules, indulgent meals, and changes in routine can all make it harder to keep moving and prioritise heart health. This guide will help you enjoy the festivities while still feeling energised, confident, and well — without missing out on the things you love. “Take care of your body.