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Exercise - March 2026: The Clock Change Workout - How to Train When the UK Clocks Go Forward (Without Feeling Wrecked)
UK clocks go forward on 29 March 2026. That “lost hour” often hits sleep, energy and motivation. This post gives a simple 10-day plan (3 days before + 7 after): keep sessions easy–moderate, use warm-up/cool-down, and prioritise consistency over intensity. Includes beginner and intermediate templates plus SMART challenges to stay on track.

James Pickett
Mar 294 min read


Cardiac Rehab Tool: Spotify Cardiac Rehabilitation Playlists: How Music Can Support a Safe, Structured Exercise Session
Can music help in cardiac rehabilitation? This guide looks at the research behind music in exercise and coronary heart disease, explains how My Movement Medicine playlists are structured from warm-up to cool-down, and includes key studies on adherence, self-efficacy, and exercise experience.

James Pickett
Mar 208 min read


Embracing the Journey: Your Restart Plan After a Lapse
Falling off track is normal. The fix isn’t guilt or “catching up” — it’s a restart plan. This post shares a 3-stage relapse plan (reduce load, rebuild routine, progress slowly), a 48-hour restart rule, and two SMART challenges to get momentum back without overdoing it.

James Pickett
Feb 224 min read


Sleep: A Practical Health Guide (for Energy, Mood, and Heart Health)
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.

James Pickett
Jan 166 min read


Heart Mag — December & Christmas Health Guide
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.

James Pickett
Dec 1, 20252 min read


Heart Mag – Late November & Winter Heart Health: Slowing Down, Staying Steady
November is the perfect moment to pause, reset and steady the pace.
Focus on light–moderate movement, longer warm-ups, simple routines, and stress reduction.
Small steps now make December feel calmer and more manageable.

Jamie Pickett
Nov 23, 20253 min read
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