None of us could have missed the heatwave at the end of May, and I think we can say with certainty that summer is finally here! On those hotter days, your training approach really does need to be different, because there can be some serious implications for working the same way in high temperatures as […]
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Journeys of Strength: The Inspiring Stories of Yvonnie and Shaun Nothing touches us as deeply as witnessing the journey of someone who faces adversity, fights through challenges, and rediscovers their strength and purpose. In my job I am so privileged to walk alongside individuals like this all the time. Their courage and perseverance remind me
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Supporting Your Healthy Diet with Supplements – Recovery, Repair and Rebuilding In previous blogs, we’ve discussed designing your winter workout, the importance of warming up, and the need for proper rest and recovery. This month, I’d like to explore another supportive element in your overall wellbeing plan: using supplements wisely to complement a healthy diet.
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In my practice, I spend my days working with people who are relearning movement, rebuilding their confidence, and rediscovering what their bodies are capable of. One thing I see over and over again is this: two people with very similar physical challenges can make very different progress, and that difference isn’t in their muscles or
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GripAble Home is motivating hand and upper limb training that tracks your progress and measures your efforts. The handheld GripAble device connects to an app on a tablet, where you can follow engaging training activities – or count your reps – with a focus on different aspects of grip, hand and wrist movement. Through these fun
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When the colder months settle in, it can be tempting to rush through your workout or skip the warm-up entirely, especially if you’re eager to get moving and generate some heat. But winter is the season when your warm-up matters most, and the risks of not preparing properly for exercise are much higher. Plus, it
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Preparation, Progress, Rest and Recovery After Christmas, we’re still in the darkest months of the year, and it’s so tempting to feel as though you’re not doing enough. Often we feel pretty ready to get moving again after a little festive break, but the dark mornings, chilly evenings and the temptation to stay wrapped up
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People say that personal stories stay in their minds. Today, I wish to call upon this truth and share Jacqui’s story, that of a 49-year-old high flyer. This gorgeous lady with a wicked sense of humour will present her perspective on this life-changing condition that we see way too often. The manic pace of living,
Exercise and rebuilding movement are the cornerstones of 99% of rehabilitations, and it’s very tempting to focus on the “doing” part of that – the stretches, strengthening, and muscle retraining. But an equally important part of recovery isn’t found in the movement – it lies in what comes afterwards: rest, relaxation, and recovery. The right
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I’m sharing a little more about me in this month’s blog post – how I came to do what I do, the values I live and work by, and what I love most about the career I’ve chosen. Really, it’s always felt more like a calling… I was born and raised in Poland, and from
