Meditation and mindfulness; we’re hearing about it everywhere, aren’t we? It’s safe to say these are two hot topics of the moment in the Western world. But why now? It’s not like these practices are a new concept; for many countries, cultures, and religions, they’ve been around for centuries and are a part of daily […]
Interval training (or High-Intensity Interval Training, also known as HIIT) has swept the nation. HIIT workouts have a lot of benefits, from aiding in weight management to helping us jump-start our passions, sometimes literally. If you haven’t jumped onto bandwagon yet, there’s still plenty of time to get started. In 15 minutes of a highly […]
What brought you to this post? Have you recently suffered a muscular/bone injury? Does your knee hurt, making it difficult for you to walk? Or is it that niggling backache that never seems to completely disappear? If you’re reading this, you’re not sure whether you should be looking for a physiotherapist, chiro care, or an […]
Every year in Australia, the Australian Podiatry Association hosts Foot Health Month in October to raise awareness about foot health. Far too many of us neglect our feet even if we’re disciplined about our regular check-ups and doctor visits. But the health of your feet is very important too. Here are a few things your […]
Has social distancing got you missing your regular spa visit? Are you craving a foot massage? Has WFH made you long for a neck massage? Learning how to give yourself a self-massage can be a great skill, especially when you’re stuck at home. These easy self-massage techniques work well for the tired shoulders and neck […]
Sports myotherapy is a treatment that helps athletes with complaints related to the myofascial, surrounding the muscles and organs. Because it is so soft, it can be prone to damage or stiffness, which causes pain. Myofascial pain comes from two places: Pain in the skeletal system (like your joints) or from the connective tissues that […]
All of us tend to have doubts about ourselves. We may be unsure of what we are doing with our lives, how we are progressing and what we are doing to achieve our big goals. Some amount of self-doubt and an ability to examine your life is healthy, but too much of either can leave […]
Osteopathy takes a holistic view of the musculoskeletal system – the bones, tissue, ligaments, and muscles – and its impact on our health. It believes that if the structure of the body is correct, it will function as it should and heal itself when injured. Cranial osteopathy follows the same principles but deals only with […]
Yoga for beginners: Learn about the do’s and dont’s, truths and myths about Yoga
Yoga, derived from “yuj”, is a Sanskrit word. Yuj means to form a union, balance or connection. A Yogi practices yoga. Thus, the entire philosophy of yoga focuses on the union and connection between the body, mind and soul. Yoga aims to enter a state of calm and peace for a prolonged uninterrupted moment; ultimately […]
