To escape the Winter weather, you may be heading north or overseas with your friends, partner or family. To help you prevent aches and pains in your neck, back and legs whilst you are on your flight, we have 6 simple exercises that you can do in your seat that will help to keep you […]
Category: Lifestyle & Health
Tips for training during Winter
We know how important it is to exercise all year round! Exercising during the Winter months can present some challenges, cold muscles, tendons and ligaments increase your risk of sustaining an injury. Here are some tips to reduce the chance of an injury when you are exercising in the cooler weather. Change your training gear […]
How to Combat the Effects of Winter on Your Body
When the season changes from Summer to Winter, you may feel an increase in your aches and pains. Here are some things that you can do to help yourself and your family alleviate their symptoms during the winter months. Stay Warm When you are out in the cold taking the kids to school, running errands […]
Standing at events, concerts and services
We always enjoy going to our favourite events, concerts or services, these often involve standing for long periods of time this can result in foot, leg and backpain. Here are some tips that will help you to minimise foot, leg and back pain. When arriving at your destination choose a comfortable surface to stand on, if […]
Tips to maintain your posture when taking a road trip
If you are planning on taking a road trip, we have some tips to make sure that you arrive at your destination comfortable, pain free and ready to enjoy! One of the most important things you can do while driving is to stop and stretch your muscles every two to three hours, this relieves tension […]
Exercise Tips for Baby Boomers
Just because you are getting a little older, it doesn’t mean that you need to stop exercising and become inactive. Maintaining your fitness levels and remaining active is beneficial to your health and vitality. Here are some tips to help you plan your exercise regime. Getting started Before getting started if you have a pre-existing […]
5 tips on choosing athletic shoes for kids
Choosing the right pair of sports shoes for your kids feet can have a significant impact on not just on your child’s comfort and performance but can potentially reduce their risk of developing injury. When making a choice about what the right sports shoe is for your child there are many factors to consider. […]
Travel aids
With the holiday season fast approaching, may people start planning and booking their well deserved escapes from their daily busy lives. If you are currently carrying an injury or suffer pain on a daily basis, it is important to think about ways that allow you to travel more comfortably. No matter your size or […]
Growing Pains
Growing pains are very common in children and do not seem to have any specific physical cause. They are pains that cause ache and cramping in the muscles in the limbs (most commonly the legs). Generally pains are felt in the fronts of the thighs, in the calves (back of the legs) or behind […]
Arthritis and Diet
About Diet Many people ask whether there is a special diet for arthritis. Continuing research has failed to find any convincing evidence that eating, or avoiding, certain foods will cure or relieve arthritis. A balanced diet, including adequate supplies of all nutrients, promotes overall health and a sense of well-being. Restricting intake of fats, salt […]