HEALTH AND FITNESS BLOGS….

10 EXERCISES TO RELIEVE TIGHT HIPS Next to the hamstrings, the hip area, including hip flexors, is one of the most commonly tight areas for many people, whether active or inactive. Sitting too much can cause hip flexor problems because when you sit, the angle of the...

It sounds grisly, but Nerve Flossing is emerging as an efficacious way to combat symptoms associated with nerve pain. Followers of the method say it is ideal for sciatic nerve pain, tight hamstrings, pins and needles, and tingling and numbness that are constant or...

5 x 5 HiiT Circuit to do at Home (Equipment: 1- 3 kg hand weights and a mat) Perform each exercise for 30 - 50 seconds with 10-30 second rest x 5.  One minute rest between Sets Set 1: Cardio and Strength  Jogging with knees up pushing weight above head Jogging with...

No matter your age or perceived ability, there are certain exercises that have incredible benefits for everybody. These functional strength exercises mimic movements in our daily lives and help strengthen our core which assists with proper postural alignment,...

  Benefits Of Strength Training Strength training has a huge number of health benefits and involves far more than just getting firm and tight!  Strength training can help you: Reduce body fat Increase lean muscle mass Improve muscle tone Speed up metabolism Burns...

I know that for many of you, maintaining a regular fitness routine is a constant struggle, especially if you work long hours and have family commitments.I appreciate that you are often too tired or cannot find the time or motivation to do a regular morning or evening...

Pilates provides many exercises that are designed to target and strengthen the body’s core. What do we mean by core?  The core is made up of inner unit muscles and outer unit muscles: The inner unit stabilise the spine  and form a cylinder made up of the following...

Don't  let muscle or joint pain stop you from doing the things you Enjoy! Find out the causes of your pain and get  treatments so you can stay on top your game. Acute pain left untreated will invariably result in long term chronic pain and no matter your age, or...

If you're stressed, whether by your job or by something more personal, the first step to feeling better is to identify the cause.The most unhelpful thing you can do is turn to something unhealthy to help you cope, such as smoking or drinking. Be active Exercise won’t...