This autumn, fight the desire to hibernate and passively wait for the cold season to pass. Instead, ensure you maintain your “joie de vivre” with some essential wellbeing tips from our experts.

This time of year is particularly suitable for a hot stone massage. The heat from the stones soaks into your muscles to relieve tension and pain, offering a comforting sensation. Alternatively, a relaxing session in the sauna or hammam is ideal for improving blood circulation, so that the body can maintain a high temperature even during the colder months.

Skin tends to dry out when temperatures drop. It's up to you to help your complexion remain in top shape. Scrubs and moisturisers are the perfect way to prepare your skin for the cold season. Scrubbing will remove all your dead cells, leaving your skin smooth and clear, while face and body creams will ensure optimal hydration for skin that remains supple, soft and radiant.

Just because it's cooler doesn't mean the sun's UV rays are any less harmful! The skin should be protected from the sun all year round, even though the SPF may be lower in autumn and winter.

Feeling good on the outside starts with feeling good on the inside, so support your immune system by eating foods full of vitamins and minerals. Opt for seasonal vegetables and prepare delicious soups. Don’t forget to use herbs and spices (turmeric, garlic, cayenne pepper or ginger), which are also excellent for keeping fit. And then there are the good fats, which are essential for our bodies: try, for instance coconut, olive and sesame oils.

The weather may be off-putting, and naturally, when you are sad or depressed, you don't feel like being physically active. However, it is precisely at times like these that you would benefit most from a good workout. Numerous studies have shown that exercise releases endorphins, thus helping lift your mood. Start off with a light, basic routine in the morning, to help you begin the day with a brighter outlook and a boost of energy.

Meditation can also help manage your negative thoughts, as by accepting such emotions you can reduce their impact. Not only calming the mind and providing overall relaxation, meditation is also known to improve sleep quality, which is essential in maintaining your physical health and restoring your vitality.

If you are interested to try it yourself, start with our easy guide to meditation.

For more ways to keep yourself active, fit and feeling great this autumn, explore the full mix of sports and wellbeing services the Aspria clubs have to offer:

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