Why Many Fitness Plans Fail – The Secret to a Sustainable Fitness Program January is often filled with fresh motivation, big goals, and optimism about what we can achieve for our health. After the indulgence of the festive season, many of us resolve to exercise more, eat better, and feel stronger. Yet despite the best […]
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Cupping Therapy in Massage: What It Is and Why Your Body Loves It Cupping is a hands-on technique that many massage therapists use to enhance treatment outcomes. Instead of applying pressure into tight muscles, cupping uses soft suction to lift the skin and underlying tissues. This upward pull can help improve circulation, ease stubborn tension,
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Before you sign up for another fitness subscription… Read this first Every January, every Monday, and every time a new fitness trend hits your feed, it’s tempting to sign up – again – for another exercise program. A 30-day challenge. A shiny new app. A subscription that promises strength, tone, transformation by Christmas, or “the
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If you’ve ever said – or even just thought – these words, you’re definitely not alone. Many women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond know that strength training is important, but somehow it keeps slipping down the list of priorities. Between work, family, and all the other demands of life, it can feel hard
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For many women, the midlife years can feel overwhelming. You might notice that you don’t bounce back from exercise or injury like you used to, that little aches and pains linger longer, or that your energy feels lower than it once did. Added to this, many of us have watched our parents or relatives age
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Remedial massage works well in conjunction with physiotherapy. While the two treatments are different, they are highly complementary. When comparing remedial massage vs physiotherapy, one is not “better” than the other — they simply address your health in different ways. Below, we’ll explore five common reasons people seek remedial massage, how these overlap with physiotherapy,
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Its more than just relaxation Everyone enjoys a massage—it’s relaxing, relieves stress, and makes our muscles feel like someone has pressed the refresh button. But did you know a remedial massage isn’t just a treat? It’s a targeted treatment that can help with pain, recovery, mobility, and even stress-related health issues. Here are the
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Headaches and Physiotherapy: What You Need to Know Headaches are one of the most common health complaints worldwide. While some are mild and short-lived, others can become persistent and impact daily life. The International Headache Society recognises more than 100 subtypes of headaches across 14 categories, which shows just how varied the causes can be.
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Lifestyle medicine is an evidence-based approach to preventing, managing, and even reversing chronic conditions through everyday choices. It focuses on six key areas: movement, nutrition, sleep, stress management, social connection, and reducing harmful substances.
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August is National Road Victim Month in Australia — a time to shine a light on the physical and emotional effects of road trauma. One of the most common, yet misunderstood, injuries after a car accident is whiplash. As physiotherapists, we know that even low-speed collisions can cause significant and long-lasting neck pain. The
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