Research shows that the detrimental health effects of sitting are taking years off the life of the average office worker. It sounds incredible, but sitting for more than 3-hours per day can shorten your life expectancy by 2-years, and it is likely that you don’t even get a say in it. More importantly though, it’s the general health and quality of life which may…
With pregnancy come significant changes to a woman’s physiology and biomechanics that can pose a challenge for soon-to-be mums. There is often a focus on the potentially injurious outcomes of pregnancy, however the same hormonal changes that are responsible for back and pelvic pain also provide a unique potential for healing longstanding or chronic musculoskeletal injuries. PHYSIOLOGICAL CHANGES IN PREGNANCY The…
The sun is shining, the magpies are swooping and the blossoms are blooming – this can only mean one thing: spring is in the air and it’s time to dust off the bike and get out for some well needed fresh air! For many of us, winter sees the road bike being packed away in a corner or perhaps locked into a wind trainer.…
This week we are pleased to present some very informative tips on how to get the most from your sleep. These tips come to us from Regal Sleep Solutions, a local manufacturer of high-quality custom designed mattresses. REGULATE YOUR SLEEPING PATTERNS Set a regular bedtime: Go to bed at the same time every night. Choose a time when you normally feel tired, so that…
