With any injury, it’s important to keep in mind that we must adopt a holistic approach to overcoming any injury, whether it be a disc bulge, hamstring strain, planter fasciitis, spinal stenosis etc . In this week's blog, I’m going to be discussing spondylolisthesis . Spondylolisthesis is essentially where the vertebrae slip forward. [...]
Why should I make homemade chocolate? There are a number of misunderstandings about chocolate's nutritional value that are prevalent in today's society. One of these being that it negatively contributes towards a good diet. Yet, if you use organic raw chocolate & organic ingredients to create your homemade chocolate. There can be many health benefits. [...]
Over the next few months I am going to discuss in further detail the physical assessment I do for new and existing clients. I am currently based in Harrogate working as a personal trainer, rehabilitation specialist, and Holistic Lifestyle Coach at Harrogate Sports and Fitness Centre. I wanted to give you an insight into [...]
Magnesium is one of the bodies master minerals and is responsible for 800 enzymatic reactions in the body. Magnesium helps with: • Blood pressure • Insulin sensitivity • Fat loss • Production of anabolic hormones • Bone density • Cardiovascular health • Muscle cramps • Muscle relaxation • Muscle contraction Unfortunately, magnesium is severely [...]
Over the next few months I am going to discuss in further detail the physical assessment I do for new and existing clients. I am currently based in Harrogate working as a personal trainer, rehabilitation specialist, and Holistic Lifestyle Coach at Harrogate Sports and Fitness Centre. I wanted to give you an insight into [...]
Over the next few months I am going to discuss in further detail the physical assessment I do for new and existing clients. I am currently based in Harrogate working as a personal trainer, rehabilitation specialist, and Holistic Lifestyle Coach at Harrogate Sports and Fitness Centre. I wanted to give you an insight into [...]
Where you store fat the most on YOUR body and what it means. Today I wanted to discuss and explain that where the sites on the body where you store fat and what it means for your hormonal profile. Essentially it’s broken down into 5 systems: Gynoid - feminine hormones Androgens - masculine hormones [...]
Introduction: About Me Hello my name is Graham Whitehead and I am a qualified personal trainer and CHEK Practitioner Level 2. The CHEK Institute have taught me numerous skills. One of the biggest skills I have learnt is how to help clients with lower back pain through the use of corrective exercise. I am [...]
Today I wanted to share with you some simple things to look for when looking for a PT in Harrogate or a PT in general. In my opinion you should look for the following: Ensure the coach or trainer does a movement screening assessment. This way they can identify any bio mechanical issues & [...]
First of all if you think you have done everything to try and solve a joint problem you haven’t. I am not going to discuss the most common reasons you have joint pain or the reasons that our medical system narrowly look at. I am going to offer you a holistic perspective. Time and [...]
