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Hot flushes? Weight gain? Changes in mood? Point the finger at menopause
Menopause is something that all women will go through. It involves a lot of changes due to the shifts in hormone levels, and can often leave women feeling like they’re losing control of their body. But there are things that you can do! “So, what is menopause?” Menopause begins when a woman has not had…
Read MoreIs it better to exercise in a group or by myself?
For individuals who like to exercise, there is always an opportunity to do so, no matter how busy one’s schedule may be. This is because a conscious decision has been made to include exercise as an integral part of daily routine. Then there is the decision of what type of exercise to partake in. This…
Read MoreAttention All Runners, Cyclists and Swimmers…. High Intensity Training Can Improve Your Performance!
Do you want to take your performance to the next level? Have you tried High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)? HIIT is characterised by a burst of intense exercise, where you work as hard as you can, followed by a less intense exercise or active recovery. The American Heart Association advises that 2 x 30 minutes of HIIT…
Read MoreNeck pain? Low back pain? Maybe your upper back is the cause!
The upper back is comprised of 12 vertebrae connected with 12 rib pairs which form the thoracic cage (i.e. upper back area). This area is often underestimated in treating other areas such as the neck and low back pain. The reasons why the thoracic cage is important…
Read MoreWhat is the difference between doing Group Physio-led Exercise Pre or Post Natally at InnerStrength of Bayside?
For pregnant and post natal women, exercising is one of the important tools to help you through your pre and post natal period. There are a number of benefits of Individual and Group Physio Movement Based Exercise sessions (formally known as Clinical Pilates) during this time, including strengthening core, pelvic floor, assisting with your post-natal…
Read MoreOsteoarthritis? Surgery is no longer the doctor’s first choice.
I recently had the incredible experience of watching an orthopaedic surgeon perform a total knee replacement on a patient who had osteoarthritis. I was amazed at the concentration and precision of his work, and would definitely have trust in putting my closest family members in his care. There is no doubt that performing surgery…
Read MoreDo you love running but are suffering from its injuries?
Are you a runner with a musculoskeletal injury that can stop you from doing that enjoyable form of exercise? If yes, this article may be relevant for you! Running is an amazing sport that many people enjoy doing these days. Whether you are running for health, fitness or training, inside the gym or outside in…
Read MoreIMPORTANT INFORMATION ON CHANGES TO PRIVATE HEALTH COVER AND PILATES
As you may be aware, in 2018, the Federal Government announced its plans to make certain natural therapies ineligible for private health insurance rebates. Among these was Pilates. The Government’s original position was that Pilates would not be rebatable, regardless of who delivers it or how it is delivered. As you can imagine, there was…
Read MoreBalance training for cancer patients
A deterioration of balance is extremely common for cancer patients, which may be as a result of treatment. Poor balance can lead to falls and fractures, which can have serious consequences. Poor balance can easily be helped with a good exercise program. Chemotherapy causes a decline in muscle mass, which means that a person may…
Read MoreWhat do you mean, my shoulder is frozen?
What is frozen shoulder? Frozen shoulder, or adhesive capsulitis, is a condition characterised by an initially painful, then progressively stiff shoulder, often with significant night pain. The condition comes on slowly, has no known cause, and is more common in middle aged women. I have moved this paragraph up: It is important to know that whilst many people will regain…
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