Search

...physical and cognitive. In other words, it affects our muscles, bones, joints, our brain as well as all other organs. Our brain is in a sense a central computer where everything that is happening in our bodies and minds gets processed. It is interesting that our brain consumes around 20% of all glucose and 20% of all oxygen consumed by the whole body. [old man with a...

...physically and mentally ‘fit to fly’ and is often a responsibility that is left to the decision of the pilot. An acronym IM SAFE is a tool to assist pilots in identifying whether they are physically and mentally fit to fly. This includes decisions based around one’s physical health. This can include declaring any medication, recognising stress (e.g., life events or...

...physical game always lead to physical injuries? In rugby union, there are multiple forms of collisions – in the tackle, joining rucks and mauls (which can end up looking like a pile-up of bodies), scrum engagement (where players form rows and literally go head to head with their opponents), or even with the ground. In an analysis of Bledisloe Cup rugby matches between...

...physical health. Some examples of this include local walking schemes, community gardening projects, conservation volunteering, green gyms, open water swimming or arts and cultural activities which take place outdoors. Green Social Prescribing can be useful for anyone regardless of age, although it can be particularly useful for those who are older because it can help them...