Apps that make Walking Fun & Keep you Active this Winter
Gentle exercise such as walking is amazing for your general health. It is also safe, easy, free and you can do as much or as little as your fitness allows. I recommend it to nearly all of my clients. Staying active can be harder during the winter. It’s...Stretch The Back of your Arm & Shoulder – The Elephant
Cross one arm in front of your body. Bend your other elbow around the first arm as shown above. Use your bent arm to pull your arm closer to your body. You should feel a stretch across the back of your shoulder as shown above. Hold for 10 seconds and repeat 3...Is your TV hurting your neck?
Did you know your TV could be hurting your neck? If your have to twist your neck to watch TV you may be putting unnecessary pressure on some of your joints. Sitting in that position day in, day out will take its toll and you are likely to end up with neck pain....Stretches for Sewists with Back & Neck Pain
It’s easy to get carried away when you’re busy sewing, but your back won’t thank you for it! it’s important to take regular breaks and stretch out tense muscles. Here’s a quick and easy stretching routine for sewists. I suggest...Weekend Reads: October – Skull Bones, Healthy Eating and Pumpkins
We’ve reached the end of October already. Happy halloween if you are celebrating over the weekend. Here’s my round up of health and wellbeing articles for October. 1. A really cool video showing the bones of the skull. There are more than you...Posture Tips for Sewists aka how to stop back pain
I really enjoy sewing – I love sitting down with some fabric and finishing up with something useful and pretty a few hours later. However, it can be pretty hard work on your body, leading to tight achy shoulders, necks and backs. Here are a few ways to keep...Back Pack Buyers Guide
A few weeks ago I talked about backpacks and why they are so great for your spine. Today I want to show you how to choose a good one! This is what I look for in a backpack 1. Padded straps For me, padded shoulder straps are a must. Some brands have totally unpadded...Why Sitting is Killing You
Is sitting slowly killing you? Some research shows it is as dangerous to your health as smoking or being overweight. Let’s have a closer look at the problem. Sitting for long periods causes a variety of issues including: – Reduced venous return from legs....Stretch your Shoulders – Active Assisted Range of Motion Stretch
1. Lie flat on your back, or if comfortable stand upright. 2. Hold a cane or broomstick in both hands. 3. Using your good arm to guide the bad arm gently lift the cane upwards, above your head (first image). 4. Slowly bring your arms back down (second image). 5....
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