An introduction to CrossFit: The workout for those who love a challenge
CrossFit is a style of workout regime that has taken the fitness industry by storm. CrossFit classes combine a variety of exercises to test participants to the limit of their strength and endurance. Some of these exercises include running, riding assault bikes, rowing, skipping, weightlifting, deadlifting, burpees, kettlebell exercises, gymnastic movements such as handstands or rush ups, squatting and more.
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Biokineticist
Biokinetics. Biokinetics is the science of movement. It is a part of healthcare that focuses on improving the movement ability of patients in order to heighten their quality of life. Biokineticists are one of the most accessible healthcare professionals in the world, integrating themselves in schools and public hospitals to offer their services to people who might not have received or sought after health care otherwise. What is a Biokineticist? 1) A Biokineticist is a recognized health professional and specialist that is registered by the H
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An introduction to Bodyworks
Bodywork therapy is a broad term that refers to a variety of treatments that aim to realign and restructure a patient’s body to improve its physical functioning, and to improve the patient’s mental health.
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Applied Kinesiology
There are multiple practices in both western and eastern medicine that believe that the body is more interlinked than we know. Applied Kinesiology is one of those practices
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Yin Yoga
Yin Yoga advocates creating flexibility in areas of the body that most people believe are meant to be nonmalleable - such as the hips, knees, pelvis and lower spine.
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What is Swedish massage?
Swedish massage is the technique of massage that most probably comes to mind when one thinks of a quintessential massage experience: One-on-one time with a therapist, aromatic oils and lotions, deep rubbing and massage techniques, and smooth, slow movements. Swedish massage incorporates a variety of movement types, such as gliding, kneading, rubbing, stroking, pounding, vibration, or tapping.
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Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue Massage. A Deep Tissue Massage is a form of massage that is able to reach deep layers of muscle tissue and fascia more effectively than a normal massage is able to. Deep Tissue Massage is used to treat an array of different conditions and issues by breaking down knots in the muscles and scar tissue. A deep tissue massage will begin with light pressure techniques to warm up the muscles and prepare them for a more intense pressure. As the pressure increases, your Massage Therapist will be able to manipulate layers of muscle that
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Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage is a therapeutic massage technique that focuses on reaching deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue to relieve chronic tension, pain, and stiffness
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The Downside of Stomach Sleeping
Why sleeping on your stomach is bad for you and how to rid yourself of the habit!
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The pros and cons of eyelash extensions
Eyelash extensions can provide a fuller, longer, and more voluminous look to natural lashes
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Recovering from Injury? How an Occupational Therapist Can Help You Get Back on Track
Struggling with injury recovery? Occupational therapists help regain independence, manage pain, and return to work. Whether it's post-surgery, a workplace accident, or a sports injury, their expert care ensures a smoother, more confident healing journey. Explore therapy options in South Africa today!
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Stott Pilates
Stott Pilates There seems to be a growing theme of creating variations on old exercises, and this is one of them. Stott Pilates is essentially an adapted version of Joseph Pilates exercise routine. The founders of Stott Pilates spent a total of twenty years gathering information from fitness professionals, sports sciences and physiotherapists. The adapted practice takes on a more researched approach, and incorporates a variety of different techniques and exercises that are modern, comprehensive and athletic. The practice places a large focus
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Couples Counselling as a solution to modern relationship conflicts
Negotiating the often-rocky terrain of intimate relationships can be a source of great joy or pain in a person’s life. As relationships can be so difficult, the journey that couples take together can often benefit from professional advice, insight and guidance.
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Colour Therapy
Colour Therapy Like most forms of energy healing, Colour Therapy focuses on the healing, cleansing and balancing of the seven chakras. There is research to show that Colour Therapy can be traced back to ancient Egyptian, Chinese and Indian cultures. So, how does colour relate to energy? Colour is energy. Colour is light that is created through varying wavelengths, giving each colour in the chakra spectrum its own individual energy. The colour spectrum involves seven colours – red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet. All of these
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Dealing With Change
Life is constantly changing. Our circumstances change, we grow older, our children grow up, our jobs change, we move to different places and even the people we spend time with change. How do you feel about change? Does it scare or excite you? Does it make you feel stressed and anxious or do you look forward to the prospect of change?
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What is an Orthoptist? Understanding Their Role in Eye Health and Vision Care
Orthoptists are healthcare professionals who focus on diagnosing and managing eye movement disorders and binocular vision problems
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Hot Stone Massages If you are looking for a massage technique that is deeply relaxing and invigorating, a Hot Stone Massage is definitely an option to consider. Hot Stone massage is a technique that involves your massage therapist using heated, smooth stones to massage or lay across your back. The heat of the stones is extremely relaxing and aids the muscles in becoming loose and easy to manipulate and massage, ensuring a deep and effective massage. Hot Stone Massage is initially rooted in Native American tradition, where the stones were hea
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