This is a great exercise for strengthening glutes, hamstrings and abdominal muscles. It is also a good exercise for managing lower back pain. To perform a basic supine hip extension: Lie on your back with your knees bent, feet flat on the floor. Raise hips so that your body forms a straight line from your shoulders to your knees Pause at the top then lower your hips back to the […]
This is common exercise for core and abdominal training. It’s versatile and can be modified for beginners to advanced exercisers. Here are a few tips to ensure that you are using the proper for, and getting the most out of your plank! Keep body in alignment ie you should be able to draw a straight line from your ear to shoulder to hip to knee to ankle. Don’t drop head, […]
Taking a break…. and getting back on track Letting your exercise regime slip during the summer break can reveal some unexpected benefits such as trying something new or simple recovery as the season comes to an end. Holidays can break the usual routine of exercise, work, weekly meal preparation and general household organisation. On the flip side, holidays present with having a bit more time on your hands, good weather […]
WHAT IS SARCOPENIA? Sarcopenia is the age-related loss of muscle fibres (i.e. a decrease in mucle mass or lean body tissue) and strength. Sarcopenia is sometimes described as the osteoporosis of our muscles and is a contributor to falls, frailty, and mortality. WHY SHOULD YOU BE CONCERNED? If in your retirement and older years you would you like to, Be living in your own home? Travel? Be actively involved in […]