Regardless of age, exercise is a very important aspect of everyday life. It is important for kids to exercise daily and for parents to ensure that kids are reaching the appropriate amount of physical activity levels. Different physical activity guidelines have been set out for children, based on their age. The amount of physical activity…
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Symptoms, Causes and Treatment of Bad Posture
It’s February, pretty much everyone in the world is back at work. Apart from the fact that you’re no longer on holidays, there are other reasons why being at work is bad for you. A great number of people suffer from the negative effects of bad posture and yet do not change the factors of…
Read MoreThe Pulled Hamstring: A High Intensity Injury
A lot of people know of the hamstring and where it is. However most people are unsure as to whether or not they’ve actually pulled their hamstring. Usually we see this classic injury while watching sport on TV, where we see the athlete suddenly come to a dramatic halt mid stride. This usually results in…
Read MoreWhy your feet Why your feet hurt more in summer
Ever wonder why you get arch pain or sore feet in summer? Summer brings the silly season, sunshine, sandy beach trips and more people wearing sandals and thongs, and with that we often see an increase in patients presenting with arch pain in their feet. The most common cause of arch pain is plantar fasciitis. The plantar…
Read MoreHow best to navigate your New Years Exercise Routine
It’s no secret that January is the time to set new goals, make new resolutions and time to get fit and ready for the New Year. The eagerness that corresponds with the start of the year can be great for some, but for others it can be disastrous and wreak havoc in the injury department.…
Read MoreSlope ready: 6 exercises to prep for skiing
Are you escaping the heat and skiing overseas this summer? If so, now’s the time to get ski-fit! We find that lots of people have ski trips planned for Japan and Canada over the summer months. And unfortunately, a couple come back home with injuries from their holiday. If summer skiing is on the cards…
Read MoreWhat is Frozen Shoulder?
What is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a painful condition where the shoulder joint becomes stiff. The lining of the shoulder joint, called a “capsule”, is normally a flexible structure that allows large amount of shoulder movement. However, with frozen shoulder, the shoulder joint capsule becomes contracted and inflamed. This…
Read MoreIt's Challenge season
It’s November. There’s only four weeks until summer and only four weeks until the ‘silly season’ officially commences. Reality is kicking in. How do you go about getting that summer body you say you’ll get every year? It seems everywhere you go, everyone is currently on, or just about to start, a ‘Challenge’. Coined…
Read More5 Essential Surfing Workouts
Surfing is a sport that you can enjoy for a lifetime. It’s fun, exciting, and even cathartic at times. No matter what your skill level, you’ll get a great workout surfing. What is the best training exercise for surfing? There’s not one single exercise that could be considered the “best” for surfing. However, once you…
Read MoreHow to Improve Your Sleep
A good night’s sleep is invaluable. Here, we show you some ways you can achieve it. Sleep has a very important role to play when it comes to our mental and physical health. It provides our body with the chance to repair and rejuvenate, undergoing tissue repair, memory processing, hormonal release and detoxing. Therefore, a lack of sleep has been linked to several…
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