15 Dec

Tops tips to help beat the Christmas bulge

As excess and indulgence reaches its apex for the year, an average of 8,640 calories are consumed through our gluttonous appetite for mince pies alone. Us Aussies are quite partial to a bingeing session, with Christmas being a common time when loosening of the belt occurs. On average Australians gain 0.8-1.5kg over the Christmas period. […]

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18 Nov

Exercise of the Month – November 2016

Side lying windmill- for thoracic mobility This exercise helps to increase thoracic rotation, why is this so important? Well a decrease in thoracic mobility can lead to issues in the joints above and joints below, hence problems with the neck and lower back. The thoracic spine is designed for flexion, extension and rotation. It is […]

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21 Sep

Football and Massage

There are various aches and pain associated with playing  “The Beautiful Game” on the Central Coast.  Whether it be from the tackles, twinge in a muscle while you stretch for a ball, pushing yourself that little bit harder to beat a player or accidentally rolling an ankle, we’ve all experienced some soreness after playing football. Football […]

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10 Sep

Carbs for your immune system?

Most athletes know the importance of including carbohydrates or ‘carbs’s before training, or in their pre-event meal to fuel muscles. But did you know that carbs can also help keep your immune system in top shape? In some sports such as Cross-Fit, there is a strong “paleo culture” or tendency to follow low carbohydrate, high […]

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08 Sep

High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)

What’s all the high intensity hype about? The popularity of these type of programs on the Central Coast is on the rise for many reasons, for one it they can be modified for all fitness levels and special conditions such as diabetes and obesity. They are time effective and don’t require any specific equipment. They […]

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23 Aug

Surfing and Remedial Massage

Whether you’re a recreational or a competitive surfer you want your body in top condition so you can spend as much time out in the waves as possible. Massage therapy concentrates on keeping your body in a flexible and pain-free state by increasing range of motion and assisting in recovery. Treatments focus on the muscles […]

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27 May

Runners Ingrown Toenails

The term “ingrown toenail” is used to illustrate various problems that lead to discomfort and pain all around the toe nail/s despite the unsaid fact that in most of the cases the nail does not actually “grow” into the surrounding skin. Ingrown toenails may present in all age groups of patients but it more frequently […]

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06 Feb

How to Optimise Your Breathing While Swimming for Peak Performance

Breathing efficiently is essential for swimmers looking to maximise their performance. The way you breathe while swimming can have a huge impact on your endurance, speed, and overall effectiveness in the water.  Whether you’re a competitive swimmer or someone who enjoys swimming for fitness, understanding and implementing the right swimming breathing techniques can make a […]

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