Breathe deeply with purpose, perform at your peak.When inhaling, picture trying to draw the air in all of the way down towards your stomach – then, breathe out drawing your stomach towards your spine. Why does breathing properly matter?7 Instant improvements you will experienceRelieves physical muscle tensionAllows the mental function to slow and relaxSlows yourContinue Reading »
The calves are in a relationship with the lower back and knees.Calves and knee stability are essential for proper function of the hips, knees and lower back. Most commonly, problems start before you can feel it, by tight calves or stiff ankles. In this week’s video, Chris Jensen explains an easy way to address this, byContinue Reading »
Even if you don’t play golf or tennis, you may still be affected by golfer’s and tennis elbow. They’re caused by repetitive strain of the forearm on the inside and outside of the arm. John White will walk you through two easy stretches to relieve discomfort caused by overuse of the forearm and bicep muscles. Apply forContinue Reading »
You may not sleep well every night – but it’s possible.1. Stick to a sleep schedule Go to bed and get up at the same time every day, even on weekends, holidays and days off. Being consistent reinforces your body’s sleep-wake cycle and helps promote better sleep at night.2. Be aware of what you eat and drink Don’tContinue Reading »
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This is a simple, yet effective chest-opening exercise. For extra resistance, feel free to add some light weight. Talk to a Osteopath on the PhoneClick Here »
Last time, we looked at how the hamstrings work with the lower back – this week, we look at how the hip flexors get involved too. Here’s a simple, but effective stretch to relieve hip flexor tension that causes lower back discomfort. Talk to a Osteopath on the PhoneClick Here »
What’s The #1 Reason People Don’t Exercise?The perception of how much time it takes out of their day. Here’s 3 basic exercises that work the most effective muscle groups in your body and if done correctly and regularly, are little effort for a big reward.Exercise 1: The SquatThe squat will utilise the most muscles in yourContinue Reading »
Reboot your ribcage posture and instantly increase lung capacity with this quick stretch. It only takes a few seconds – and it works like magic. Talk to a Osteopath on the PhoneClick Here »
Are you a side, a back, or a front-sleeper?Here are 3 ways to help you sleep in the best positions for your body, so that you wake up feeling loose and pain-free.Side SleeperBring your legs slightly towards your chest and place an additional pillow between your kneesBack SleeperPlace an additional pillow under your knees toContinue Reading »
Tension headaches regularly affect 1 in 5 people. There is no single cause for tension headaches. This type of headache is not an inherited trait that runs in families. So, where does this unnecessary tension come from? Majority of tension headaches are caused by tightened muscles in theback of the neck and scalp. This muscle tension may beContinue Reading »
