Flexibility and Strength for a happy lower back

When training, you should aim for both flexibility and strength for a happy lower back. Since we are often seated at work, we need to focus on exercises that promote neutral posture when we hit the gym. We should avoid strengthening muscle groups that accentuate those...

Neutral Alignment and why it’s important

First understand neutral alignment It sounds obvious to be told to keep your body upright, relaxed and in neutral alignment, but so few of us do it. Your body is designed to take the load of gravity through your musculoskeletal system. However, you need to keep it in...

Lower Back Pain

What is lumbago? Lumbago refers to any type of lower back pain. If you are suffering from lower back pain, you are not alone. Some four out of five adults will get lower back pain at some stage of their lives. It can range in character from just a mild ache to being...

Tai Chi Classes September

Experience the health benefits of tai chi and Qi Gong in these two tai chi September classes. New members welcome, early booking is advised as class size is small. Hope to see you there? you can book by calling 0857366973

Posture Pilates Class

Would you like to know what good posture is and how your body compares to neutral alignment? Learn some practical and easy exercises during these posture pilates classes that you can incorporate into your busy schedules. Room size is very small, early booking...

Upper Back Health Top Tips

Overview If you want the best three stretches for upper back health, then start with these three in the video below. The affected muscles include upper Trapezius, Sternocleidomastoid and Pectoralis Major (and Minor). These three muscles, when tight, are the main cause...

Stretches you can do for lower back health

Lower Back Health Here are three exercises from Kirwan Clinic you can do for a healthy lower back health. They are useful for everyone to do, especially for those of us who lead a sedentary lifestyle.   Please note: if you are unsure whether these...
Call Now Button