An in-depth guide to My Movement Medicine C.I.C. face-to-face sessions in Hampstead: the full class structure, heart-rate monitoring, Borg RPE, exercise options, who the service can support, pricing and how to get started.

The right footwear depends on your feet, health conditions, walking surface, balance and goals. This guide explains supportive shoes, barefoot shoes, transition advice and how to choose what works for you.

The full Conscious Walking guide includes posture and gait cues, the 10-minute walking awareness practice, safety guidance, a checklist and a 4-week challenge.

Conscious Walking is a simple way to make walking more useful. Instead of walking on autopilot, learn how to notice posture, gait, breathing, foot placement and surroundings.

“Small steps, done steadily, become big wins.” — Anonymous Quick take • Bowls (lawn, indoor, or even tenpin) is sociable, low-impact, and adaptable. Great for balance, gentle strength, confidence, and overall wellbeing. • Start after (and alongside) your cardiac rehab team’s guidance. Many people can return soon after a stent/heart attack; after surgery, wait for the breastbone to heal as advised. • Aim for light–moderate effort most of the time (Borg RPE 9–13; occasionally 1