It’s the last in our series on the 4S’s: sweat, steps, shiver, and strength. So, of course, for this final Thrive in Five, we’ll be focussing on strength. Now, there are many different ways to do a strength workout – that’s not what this blog is about. But simply, if …
The 4S’s: Strength Training & The Importance of Building Muscle Read More »
It’s part three in our Thrive in Five series on the 4S’s: sweat, steps, shiver, and strength. Four non-negotiables, at least one of which needs to happen every day, for a healthier, happier, and longer life. Because, as we keep saying, making a series of small, consistent changes can have …
The 4S’s: Shiver – The Benefits of Cold Water Therapy Read More »
It’s part two of our series introducing the 4S’s: sweat, steps, shiver, and strength. A list of four daily non-negotiables, one—or a combination—of which you must do every day. The reason? To live happier, healthier, and longer. So, this week is all about steps. Setting Your Step Goal Even making …
By now, many of you will know what I mean when I say, ‘slivers of recovery’. If you don’t, it’s fairly simple: small things that you can do throughout the day to rest. Specifically, to take the heat off your sympathetic nervous system, responsible for the body’s fight or flight …
Slivers of Recovery: Why Build Rest into the Workday? Read More »
Most of you will already know that I’m currently working on a new keynote. And, as an exercise, I want to share a rather fun little anecdote that perfectly illustrates the power of small changes. A Small Change Recently, my partner Antonia and I spent some time back at Lynbreck …
In September 2019, my oldest friend Adam and I signed up for Bear Grylls’ ‘Survive the Highlands’ challenge. And this provided a good analogy for the importance of deliberate rest that I want to share with you today… Simulating a Survival Situation Five days, four nights, 10 men, and me …
It’s the last part of our series encouraging you to think about what we, as human beings, need to thrive in an office environment. And this applies to both remote working arrangements, and the collective office. So far, we’ve discussed natural light, movement, and meeting culture. This week, I want …
Taking Breaks: Advocating Recovery in the Workplace Read More »
Welcome to part three of our series about hacking the workplace to better suit our human needs. So far, I’ve discussed natural lighting and meeting culture. Now, I want to talk about the concept of nudge theory, and how to get people moving more. What exactly is nudge theory? Nudge …
Nudge Theory: Encouraging Movement In the workplace Read More »
It’s part two in our series on adapting culture and environment to suit our basic human needs: what we need to feel creative, productive, and energised, in order to thrive at work. Last time, we discussed natural lighting and how to introduce more of it in your workspace. This week …
Meeting Culture: Adapting Your Culture In Order To Thrive Read More »
This month is all about how you can make adjustments to your work environment, whether that’s at home or in an office, so that it better matches what you as a human being need to thrive. For week one, we’re going to be looking at natural lighting, and how to …
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