The posterior chain has your back, literally. This string of muscles encompasses all the muscular components from the back of your head, all the way down to your ankles. They play a huge role in simple activities, such as picking up a box, running, jumping or walking. If trained properly the
The posterior chain of muscles encompasses all the muscles on the backside of your body, all the way from your head to your ankles. Continue reading to learn what is the posterior chain exactly and why it is so important. This includes hamstrings, glutes aka the muscles in your bum,
When it comes to working in an office setting, there’s no escaping the long bouts of prolonged sitting. Yes, you may break them up with short bouts of standing or walking around, however, the nature of the job entails long duration’s of sitting. There is danger that prolonged sitting may
We all know that exercise is good for our body in terms of strength and endurance but did you know that the mental benefits are just as important? Exercise (and especially exercise in isolation) for some can be a form of meditation, a de-stressing mechanism, or a way to simply
Due to the current isolation and quarantine climate we are all living in, physical connection seems a thing of the past. So many of the face-face interactions we’re used to experiencing everyday have been put on hold or stopped altogether. But this does not mean human connection has to stop.
Have you ever found yourself cringing when someone mentions the word exercise? It’s safe to assume that most of us have at some point in our lives. Many people can develop a negative mindset when it comes to physical activity, but with the right attitude and some targeted motivation, you
Now that the restrictions have caused gyms to close and outdoor gatherings to all but cease, the motivation and feasibility of being able to exercise at the moment will have no doubt decreased. All hope is not lost though; exercise at home is something that we all need to embrace,
-So as Not to Increase the Need to See a GP. Worried about the health implications of being in isolation? Keeping up your 30 minutes of exercise daily is vital in maintaining your health and wellbeing. Exercising in isolation for even just half an hour can decrease the need to
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tears are unfortunately a very serious injury we see at the clinic. They that can occur in both contact and non-contact sports, as well as everyday life. The ACL is a small ligament that attaches from the anterior portion of the tibial plateau and attaches to
Do you have the correct knee posture during exercise? The knee is the largest joint of the body and one that we use every day. We use it to walk, run, climb and swim. As a result, this joint is at risk of wear, tear and injury. The knee is
