Warm-ups and cool downs are something we all hear about all the time, but not many of us truly understand why everyone says they are so important. So, what are they and how can we make the most out of them to improve our functionality, exercise performance, and exercise routine? Warm-Ups: A warm-up is a…
Many incredible things happen in our body when we exercise; our heart, muscles, bones and lungs all get stronger among other positive changes. Some of the most fascinating changes however occur in our brains! Here are some of the wonderful adaptations that occur in our brains when we exercise: Memories are made Exercising has…
The deadlift is a whole body strengthening exercise, especially for the posterior chain (muscles at the back of the body). The primary muscle movers include the hamstrings, glutes, adductors, calves, quadriceps and lower back, alongside many other muscle groups to both control and stabilise the movement. The Functionality of a Deadlift The deadlift technique is…
Our pelvic floor is made up of muscles and tissues that stretch, like a supportive trampoline, from your pubic bone at the front of your pelvis, to your tailbone at the bottom of your spine. It also stretches sideways from one sitting bone to the other. Your pelvic floor muscles work with your…
Eggs have been in the news again lately and this time we’re being told they may not be as harmful as we were originally told. But what has the latest research really discovered? Read on The current research linking egg consumption and the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes is varied. For this…
In a nutshell – what is PCOS? PCOS is one of the most common endocrine conditions, affecting about 8-13% of reproductive aged women with up to 70% of affected women remaining undiagnosed. PCOS is a significant public health issue with reproductive, metabolic and psychological features. Some features that females with PCOS present with can be psychological,…
After the last two years, isn’t it great to be able to plan and enjoy a holiday again. But how do we enjoy that much anticipated holiday without coming back with too much excess baggage around our mid section? Here are a few simple ideas to take away with you on your next holiday… Stay…
Keto, paleo, low carb, low glycaemic index (GI), vegetarian, Mediterranean… if you search for dietary approaches to manage blood sugar levels or diabetes you will probably end up rather confused about the best approach to take. This is because what will work for one person may not work for someone else. Things that impact…
How to interpret your bone density scan results So, your GP has had you get a scan to assess your bone density. You might even have a copy of this scan and a brief explanation of what it means, but let’s be honest – sometimes the numbers can be a little confusing. Let’s take this…
