How to get back to running when you have knee pain?
I used to do a lot of running races and triathlons and was lucky to be able to run any distance without much effort. Unfortunately, I knew little about the great stress I was inflicting on my body with every step - we put six times our body weight through each foot during running.
Six reasons why you need a Retreat
In our busy, modern lifestyles, we tend to rush through the week, packing in our daily schedules. Balancing family time, work, workouts and our well-being is a challenge, and now may be the perfect time to rest and replenish.
Six signs you should invest in strengthening and conditioning
A lot of people believe that the main reason for building muscles via strengthening and conditioning our bodies is to look and feel good. And it is true. However, we also need to do regular conditioning for other reasons …
6 Core principles of Pilates
Pilates is a safe, low impact exercise that is suitable for every age and fitness level. It can be used to rehabilitate injury, tone and strengthen muscles and improve flexibility, balance and body awareness.
Why is it so important to build a strong core?
‘Stronger abs’ or a better ‘six-pack’ is a very common desired outcome when people first start a new exercise regime.
5 key benefits of small group classes
Studies have proven that smaller class sizes increase student achievement, boosts grades and improves attendance records. [1]
Your Gluteus are more important than you think
When it comes to strengthening and conditioning the gluteus are an often overlooked area of the body.
How to overcome workout procrastination?
Finding the motivation to begin or consistently maintain a healthy workout regime can be one of the biggest barriers to lifelong fitness.
Can core workouts reduce stress?
Competitive athletes often feel enormous amounts of stress. They may feel anxious and nervous in the lead-up and right before a big match and then subject their bodies to tremendous pressure when the time comes to perform.
Why is it important to look after your lower back?
Back pain is very common, and 80% of us will experience it at some time during our lifetimes.
Five tips to invite positivity into your life
Acting on the decision to improve yourself through exercise can have far-reaching effects – not just on your physical appearance, but also on your body and spirit. I consider this one of the most important lessons that I give to my students and the local community.
The benefits of using Pilates for effective pain relief
Pilates is widely acknowledged as one of the most successful methods for alleviating chronic pain in the neck, back, shoulders and joints.
The simple trick to feeling great as you age
As we age, we gain many advantages over our younger selves. We have the benefit of hindsight and more rounded perspective of life and its challenges. We don’t sweat the small stuff, and we’ve learnt to focus on what’s crucial.
Do you carry the world on your shoulders?
These days, it refers more to “carrying” problems on your shoulders rather than the actual weight. It can also mean that you’re overusing your mobilising muscles (trapezius).
Five examples of bad posture: How they can affect your overall health?
You may not know it, but bad posture can affect more than just your appearance while sitting down or standing up.
Middle aged? Regain the body of youth with Pilates
Our mid-40s are a critical time in our lives, not just because of all the hormonal changes our body undergoes, but also because it is natural to feel less active as one gets older. Regular classes will not only help improve your posture, giving you a stronger, healthier back that is free from lower back pain …
Why we love breathing (and you should too)!
Breathing is a simple process. Breathe in, breathe out, breathe in, breathe out … again and again. And in the time that it has taken you to read the next two sentences, you’ve probably taken a breath or two … without even realising it.
Ultimate fitness for your kids
Today, children are leading more and more sedentary lives – eating fast food, playing video games, texting friends or watching TV. Consequently, children are becoming overweight and in some cases obese due to a lack of physical activity.