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 [...]
There are so many ways to reduce stress so today I wanted to give you some tips that are easily applicable. I won’t be providing you with numerous methods for reducing stress as I don’t want to give you paralysis by analysis or information overload. 1. Hydration - If you [...]
Take your health and awareness to a new level and realize the foods that are seriously affecting our health. Exposure to displacement foods in New Zealand I write this blog sat on a sun lounger in Portugal while taking some much needed rest. The sun is shining down on me as [...]
Today I am feeling comical so within the past 5 years of my life studying health and fitness. I am going to share with you some advice and quotes that come with learning the lessons that I have learnt. You too can take some of these onboard and I hope you can spend the time [...]
In previous videos and blogs I have discussed “working in” exercises such as tai chi, stretching, massage, yoga, and zone exercises to help the body accumulate energy. Often too much emphasis is placed on “working out” such as running cycling or playing your favourite sport. These are all exercises that expend energy. Some of the [...]
The Prone Jackknife is a great core exercise for strengthening the hip flexor’s, abdominals and shoulder girdle. 1. In a push-up position, place your feet on the ball 2. Hold your spine straight and maintain head and neck alignment 3. Draw your knees in towards your chest for the duration of two seconds without [...]
The Four Point Tummy Vacuum is a great core exercise for activating the transverse abdominus (TVA). The TVA is an integral part of the the inner unit musculature which helps to stabilise the spine, support the organs, and assists with respiration. Unfortunately, people often place too much emphasis on the outer unit. The outer unit [...]
