We spend a lot of time in cars. But do you know how to correctly set the position of your headrest to minimise the chance of whiplash should you be unfortunate enough to be involved in an accident? To find out more, Read on … The job of your car seat and headrest is to … Read more
If you have ever considered learning Mindfulness to help with stress, anxiety, rumination, or to get a firmer hold on this thing called life, but have found the lack of time getting in the way; then the new 4 Week Mindfulness course will be perfect for you. This summer I will be initiating … Read more
Heel pain occurs when the plantar fascia/ligament beneath the foot is constantly pulled and strained due to the foot collapsing into pronation or supination. This causes a condition called plantar fasciitis or heel spurs. There can be many different foot types that can be affected by this condition and it can aggravate all the areas … Read more
Trapezius Myalgia is simply chronic muscular pain of the trapezius muscle. There are three divisions of the trapezius, (upper, middle and lower). The muscle starts off from the back of the head, (occiput) and runs down the spine, (C1-T12) and across to the shoulder region, (clavicle, acromion and scapula). The trapezius is supplied by the … Read more
Shiatsu is a traditional Japanese massage. It is a safe and effective form of bodywork in pregnancy and the postpartum period. Pregnancy is a time of extraordinary change and development for both mother and baby. Regular shiatsu sessions can help the mother to adapt to the changes that are taking place. The deep breathing … Read more
Iliotibial band syndrome, (ITBS) is an overuse or compensative injury of the connective tissues on the outer part of the thigh and knee. Iliotibial band syndrome is the most common cause of lateral, (outer) knee pain in runners and cyclists. The iliotibial band, (ITB) is a thick band of tissue that begins at the hip and … Read more
This month I would like to bring your attention to apple cider vinegar. It is probably in your kitchen, but did you know about the amazing health benefits that come along with it? 1. Helps Heartburn and Acid Reflux Acid reflux usually results from having too little acid in the stomach. Apple cider vinegar is full of … Read more
By Simon Heale LCSP NRHP Mindfulness Teacher and Coach Are you suffering from any of these: anxiety, stress-related conditions, work crises, family issues, hopelessness, boredom, career issues, relationship stagnation, unhelpful and damaging habits such as smoking or eating issues…..then perhaps this article could give you the space you need to change what doesn’t … Read more
Plus, Why Mindfulness is not a fad. By Simon Heale LCSP NRHP Mindfulness Teacher and Coach Open any magazine today and the chances are you’ll come across an article about mindfulness and how it is this phenomenon, which can help many areas of your life. Our ever-diminishing bookshops are stocked high with the latest ‘best-seller’ … Read more
Or How to run 56 miles aged 50. To describe the entire run here would be tedium for the reader, so I will do my best to give an idea of the legend that is Comrades, in small bite size chunks. The run: Comrades has a number of famous landmarks, all of them hills or … Read more