Kids working out in the gym The term ‘kids’ applies to any child under 18. This age range covers a vast range of skill, ability and experience. We can break down the age groups from 0-7, 8-12 and 13-18. Kids Aged 0-7 Fine and gross motor skills are first
What are the benefits of resistance training? Many people undoubtedly know about the benefits to weight loss, or strength and muscle growth. But many forget about the increase in bone density, psychological well-being and injury prevention. Bone Density Bone density is vital for us humans, especially as we get older.
1. Exercise controls weight Exercise can help prevent excess weight gain or help maintain weight loss. When you engage in physical activity, you burn calories. The more intense the activity, the more calories you burn. Regular trips to the gym are great, but don’t worry if you can’t find a
What are the different types of pain? Let’s start by answering one of the most common questions I get as a physio, what is pain? Pain is a response the body produces to notify us when something is wrong. When the body detects a stimulus that has the potential or
Pain is a very complex thing. There are so many causes of pain, and so many different treatments that might work for some, but nor for others. When we have an acute injury and are in pain we are more likely to guard our movements. This will most likely cause
You may wonder- why do physios prescribe exercises differently? Every physiotherapist will prescribe exercises differently for each individual not only based on their personal goals and physical limitations. Exercise selection is also influenced based on your type of injuries, your current tissue tolerance and capacity, as well as which part
If you haven’t read our previous blog on exercise, why it’s important and the current guidelines then follow this link. If you have, then please continue to read! What is incidental exercise? Incidental exercise is any unstructured/unplanned physical activity that is built up in small amounts over the course of
What are the current exercise guidelines for Australians? The Australian Department of Health has broken down the current recommendation for exercise into two age brackets, 18-64 and 65+. Lets begin with those aged 18-64. Accumulation of 150-300 minutes of moderate intensity OR 75 – 150 minutes of vigorous physical activity.
Do you wonder whether your symptoms are of true joint hypermobility vs motor control? The aim of this blog is to provide you an insight into the difference between true joint hypermobility vs motor control issue. Motor control What is motor control and what causes motor control issues? Motor control
Top 5 Ways to Adapt to Hypermobility Here are the top 5 ways to adapt to hypermobility. Adapt to Hypermobility Tip 1: Muscular Strength Individuals with hypermobility often experience pain in their affected joints which can lead them participating in less exercise than those without hypermobility. Increasing muscular strength is important
