Do you need a breakover?

Break-up scenario: jilted for another
Tempted to: drown your sorrows, plan revenge
What you should do: take up martial arts such as karate, kick-boxing or tae bo
Why? 'Martial arts workouts are great for releasing pent-up anger,' says Millard. 'All that kicking and punching helps vent your frustration and stops you from directing your anger at someone else.'

• To find a qualified martial arts instructor, contact the Amateur Martial Arts Association at 120 Croma Street, London WC1H 8BS (020 7837 4406).
• Anne-Marie Millard is creator of Fusion Fitness, a national agency of martial artists and personal trainers, where you can find a personal trainer qualified in at least two different disciplines - such as yoga, martial arts or aerobics. Call 020 8374 6087 for details of a trainer near you.
• For more detailed information on the different types of martial arts, go to kick butt martial arts style.

Break-up scenario: endless arguments ruined the relationship
Tempted to: blame all the rows on your ex-boyfriend
What you should do: take up reflective and mind-calming exercises such as yoga
Why? 'Yoga and meditation allow you the time and space to know yourself as an individual as opposed to who you were as part of a couple,' says Myerscough. 'It also helps promote a strong mind and gives you confidence, a sense of energy and an enthusiasm for life.' What's more, think of all the uses for that newfound flexibility when you find your next man.

• To find a yoga class near you, contact the British Wheel of Yoga on 01529 306851, or log onto their website and check out the teacher's directory at The British Wheel of Yoga website.
• Contact Michael Myerscough on 020 8374 2499.

Break-up scenario: the seven-year itch, boredom, drifted apart
Tempted to: leave your job, move house or leave the country
What you should do: go on a mountain biking trip or active weekend away
Why? Trying out an adventurous activity, such as white-water rafting, gorge walking or mountain biking is a great way to inject some excitement into your life, according to London-based personal trainer, Dennis Duhoney, the man behind the break-up induced transformation of Vanessa Feltz.

• Black Mountain Activities hold adventure days for adults and children. Log onto www.blackmountain.co.uk or call 01497 847897 for more information.