Pilates is a low impact activity, particularly suitable for pregnant women as it puts minimal strain on the joints as well as providing an effective way of maintaining physical health and preparing the body for the birth. It is also …
Who Is Yoga For? Yoga is for everyone, including pregnant women. The fact that there are so many different styles of yoga means that there is something suitable for everyone. Yoga has been practised for centuries by men and women, …
Having a baby will significantly change your life and your body – there are numerous reasons why exercise is so important after giving birth to your baby. There are of course the more obvious benefits such as weight loss, however …
An ancient multi-purpose spiritual, mental and physical practice which originated from South East Asia over 3000 years ago – Yoga encourages mental and spiritual well-being through a series of exercises, postures and breathing techniques which focus on building strength, flexibility, …
A couple of short videos for anyone suffering from tendinopathy or crepitus in knee pain: 10 truths about tendinopathy Crepitus on knee pain patients
Yoga and Pilates are mindful, low impact exercises, with a number of similarities as well as a number of differences. Pilates is frequently described as an activity which focuses on core and muscle strengthening, whereas yoga is all about overall …
Running a marathon may be one of the biggest challenges of a life time for some, many will not even make it to the start line, let alone the finish line. This is usually due to lack of adequate preparation …
Most women experience aches and pains of some description during pregnancy – this is perfectly normal, as the ligaments in the body soften and stretch in preparation for labour. In some cases, however, these symptoms may become more severe and …
Winter ski holidays have become increasingly popular over the last few years, gone are the days when such ski breaks were considered a luxury holiday for the super-rich. In the holiday market of today, skiing and snowboarding winter breaks are …
People who participate in strenuous sporting activities are more likely to suffer from muscle and tendon injuries. In some cases, anatomical variances, such as uneven leg length, excessive pronation (flat feet), patella alta, etc. may lead to a higher chance …