Bikram Yoga for beginners
The discipline of Bikram yoga was pioneered in the early 1970s by Indian yoga guru Bikram Choudhury. Bikram Yoga is an intense, heated and action-packed discipline under the broad umbrella of various yoga styles. Each class is composed of a set sequence of 96 postures and two breathing exercises. All Bikram classes are taught by certified Bikram instructors who have completed a nine-week training programme developed by Bikram Choudhury.
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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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Sleep Apnea and Breathing Disorders: How a Pulmonologist Can Help You Breathe Better
Sleep apnea and breathing disorders can disrupt your life, but a pulmonologist can help. From CPAP therapy to lifestyle changes, these specialists diagnose and treat respiratory conditions, ensuring you get the care you need for better sleep and overall health.
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An introduction to Compression therapy
Compression therapy is a treatment that involves techniques of dynamic compression where gentle pressure is placed on the lower limbs to enhance blood flow. Compression therapy, therefore, enhances recovery and rehab. Other effects of the treatment are decreased swelling, pain and improve recovery time: There are many research articles that support this type of treatment:
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Understanding Body Composition Analysis: Why It's More Than Just a Scale
Body composition analysis goes beyond the scale, offering a detailed look at fat, muscle, and hydration. It provides insights into your health, helping tailor fitness and diet plans to achieve better results.
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Remedial Massage vs. Relaxation Massage: Understanding the Key Differences
Not sure whether to book a remedial or relaxation massage? Remedial focuses on pain relief and muscle therapy, while relaxation massage is perfect for unwinding and reducing stress. Understanding their differences can help you make the best choice for your health and wellness needs.
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Skincare Routine Essentials for Sun-Exposed Skin
South Africa’s sunny weather is something to be enjoyed, and with a well-planned skincare routine, you can make the most of it while protecting your skin.
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The Transformative Power of Sex Therapy
Sexual health is an integral component of overall well-being, encompassing physical, mental, and social aspects of sexuality.
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Top 4 benefits of ballet
Classic ballet is often praised as the foundation of many strains of dance and has a long history of development in line with other classic disciplines, like opera and classical music. Besides providing exquisite entertainment and exposure to classical music to audiences, ballet has numerous benefits for those who dance.
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LESSONS LEARNED FROM A STROKE
My decision was immediate; I would learn everything I could about the causes, symptoms, and prognosis of stroke, and use this knowledge to help others in the same position.
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What is the Alexander Technique? A Comprehensive Guide to Its Principles and Benefits
Exploring how practicing the Alexander Technique can contribute to stress relief and improved mental health.
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The last trends in aesthetic medicine
Aesthetic medicine, an umbrella term that includes the category of plastic surgery, focuses on improving one’s cosmetic appearance by alleviating blemishes like scars, skin looseness, cellulite, unwanted hair, hair loss, excess fat, and more. Aesthetic medicine is evolving at a rapid rate to keep up with developing beauty trends and technological innovations. Check out these new trends in aesthetic medicine to keep abreast of what is currently available in the world of cosmetic enhancement.
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Corporate massage: Bringing relaxation into the workplace
For many, an office environment is a place of extreme stress, strict deadlines and tense relationships. In today's corporate world, many employees suffer from the physical and mental side effects of living unbalanced lives where work seems to dominate every waking hour.
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Aesthetic Physicians
Aesthetic Physicians An Aesthetic Physician is somebody who specializes in procedures that are based around cosmetic desires. A patient seeking an Aesthetic Physician is one that wishes to have something removed from their body for aesthetic reasons as opposed to medical reasons. These issues may include scars, moles, and signs of ageing, cellulite, body fat or even body hair. Aesthetic Medicine can include dermatology, reconstructive surgery and plastic surgery but can also include a variety of non-invasive procedures such as chemical peels
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Podiatrists
A Podiatrist is a medical professional who specialises in the treatment and diagnosing of conditions of the foot, ankle and leg area. A podiatrist can also fall under being named a podiatric physical or surgeon. Podiatrist undergo years of tertiary education and residency before they are allowed to practice – making them the most qualified people to deal with issue of the feet.
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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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