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5 Ways to Talk and Encourage a Positive Body Image for Your Child

Sports for Schools

Encourage your child to take part in any form of physical activity, sport at school or out of school sports at clubs or leisure centres. Set an expectation that they take part in at least two physical activities, and then find out which they’d like to try. It also boosts happiness, confidence and self-esteem.

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Sweat Your Way to Wellness: The Top 10 Benefits of Saunas

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Your digestive system can also suffer. Stress can disrupt the normal functioning of our digestive tract, leading to issues like stomach aches, indigestion and even inflammatory bowel diseases. Metabolic waste, such as lactic acid, can build up in muscles during physical activity, leading to fatigue and discomfort.