As well as the many joys that the start of autumn brings – beautiful colours in nature, evenings round the fire and who doesn’t love winter boots and a cosy jumper?! – the reduced daylight hours and memories of summer can bring its challenges.
Self-care helps maintain mood, encourage a more optimistic outlook, and increase serotonin levels, therefore enabling us to manage stress, lower our risk of illness and improve energy levels.
Bishop’s Stortford offers a range of convenient ways to maintain health and well-being as the nights draw in. Here are some ideas…
Holland & Barrett is a one-stop shop for health food, vitamins, supplements and natural remedies. Did you know the chain was established here in Bishop’s Stortford, with the first shop opening in 1840?
Nuffield Health has a sauna, steam room and 20 metre heated pool. With its extended opening hours, how about an early morning dip to start your day right? Swimming lessons are available (1:1s, 2:1s and group lessons) for adults and children, plus a whole host of exercise classes. Don’t forget you can now park opposite at the NCP and pay £1 per hour.
Snap Fitness is open 24/7 for maximum convenience. With its personal and supportive approach, this community gym gives members a real sense of belonging and caters for all abilities.
Stephanie Louise offers face and body treatments for men and women, as well as physiotherapy services including Elderly Rehabilitation, available in the home or care setting.
Charles Carter is a Chartered Physiotherapist, Triathlete and cycling and running Injury Specialist. Visit this new healthcare space for an expert bike fitting too.
Return to right is the studio of holistic therapist, Leon Edwards. Suffering with a niggle? Thai and Swedish massage and reflexology are his specialities. Leon promises a rejuvenating and healing experience for body and mind.
Halo Beauty Sanctuary, with various in-house practitioners, offers acupuncture, massage, lashes, brows, facials and now naturopathy too, which uses natural remedies to encourage the body to heal itself.
For the full range of health and well-being options, including locations and contact details, visit: www.discoverstortford.co.uk/directory
