The comparison trap
We've all heard the saying "comparison is the thief of joy” and I’m sure you’ve experienced this and know it to be true. We compare our bodies, our homes, our things, our parenting style, our achievements, our talents… Nothing is really off the table and no-one...
Should you run during pregnancy?
Running During Pregnancy: A Balanced Approach Whether you should run during pregnancy comes down to the RISK vs BENEFIT for YOU. Specifically: 🤰the risk to YOU (pelvic floor, joint injury) 👶the risk to BABY (overheating) ⭐️the benefit to BOTH (mental health, exercise...
Do you spend much time out of shoes?
Do you spend much time out of shoes? I’m lucky to work barefoot if I like, and I often do!🦶 There are so many benefits to allowing our feet to carry us at times without the support and cushioning of a shoe: 💮Improved Foot Strength and Mobility: Walking or engaging in...
3 signs your neck might be causing headaches
🤕 Suffering from headaches? They might be coming from your neck! Here are 3 signs to watch out for: 1️⃣ When you push on your neck it reproduces the pain - If you’ve noticed a bit of massage or pressing on your neck alters your headache symptoms (for better or worse),...
THIS is why you’re struggling to exercise
Recently I took a Reset Week, and I'm feeling equally recharged & inspired! Early in the week I got to enjoy moments and days of moving slowly and appreciating more space, quiet and time to reflect and dream. I disconnected from social media. I folded laundry...
7 myths about protein for women
Making sure I'm getting enough protein into my day is one of the most effective things I do for my wellbeing. And remember there are lots of amazing dieticians, nutritionists & naturopaths who can help you work out the right source & amount of protein for...
5 things you didn’t know about Abdominal Separation
1️⃣ Diastasis isn’t an injury. It happens in 💯% of pregnant women. It involves the two rectus abdominis muscle bellies widening and is necessary for the belly to make room for a baby. 2️⃣ Doming along the midline is not necessarily a problem, especially if the doming...
Hormones effect on our ability to maintain our weight
I have recently seen a nutritionist. When she asked what made me reach out, I didn’t really know how to answer her.I don’t have any medical concerns, digestive issues or food intolerances. I’ve not had any big issues with weight management. I know what is good for me...
I’ve fallen off the exercise wagon. Here’s how I’m going to get back on.
Falling off track is human nature. It's how often and how quickly we get back on track that matters. I will remind myself of my "why" My why for exercising has very little to do with how i look and everything to do with how I feel. My why is to feel good in my mind...
Should I get an MRI?
This is something I am asked a lot in physio consults, and it's a completely valid question. When you're in pain or struggling with an annoying injury, the thought of having a look "inside" with an Xray / MRI / CT / Ultrasound so that you...
Pain in postpartum runners.
I often see Mums for postnatal assessments who are keen to return to running 🏃🏻♀️But they are often an equal mix of eager to hit the pavement 🤗 , and worried they’ll do more harm than good 😬 So what does the evidence say? A recent study looking at the risk...
Can you Micro-dose nature?
Have you heard of Blue mind and Green space? There are two fascinating concepts that I've always felt the benefit of, but only recently understood the science behind. I don’t believe we always need to understand the science behind something to enjoy the benefits, but...
5 tips for tailbone pain
Talk about an actual pain in the butt!Tailbone pain / Coccyx pain / Coccydynea is up to 5 times more common in women than men and can really interfere with life! ❌Pain in the tailbone can make it VERY uncomfortable to sit, or even stand if we've been sitting for a...
Both/And Thinking and how it can help in motherhood
Both/and thinking is acknowledging that you can and almost certainly will at times feel more than one thing at a time. For example as a Mum, you can be both grateful and resentful of the pressures of motherhood. You can feel both appreciative that you have time to...
Strength training in women over 30
There is no one perfect exercise program.We are all built differently and we all have different goals. But I truly believe more women over 30 should be prioritising strength training. Here’s why… 💪 Because your muscles will start to lose mass after 30 if you’re not...
The strength in community
I’ve been thinking a lot about Community lately. My favourite thing about the work I do has always been the people I get to meet, be inspired by, and have the opportunity to help in some way. But when I first introduced...
This is the most common question I get
and it's also one of my favourites to answer..... Can I [Insert exercise here] Run 🏃♀️? Do crunches? Do deadlifts 🏋🏻♀️ ? Pretty please go back to basketball 🏀? Jump on the trampoline? And guess what my answer is? .... it depends! It depends on how your body is...
3 “Rest Traps” – types of rest that don’t actually work
Recently we've been talking about rest - Did you know there are 7 different ways to be fatigued? I genuinely believe that rest is the cornerstone of our health and wellbeing. Of course, nutrition, exercise, mindset, and connection are all crucial as well, but they're...
3 tips for looking after your pelvic floor after birth
For some women, it can be tempting to do more in the early stages after baby because they feel better than they thought they would! But whether you end up having a caesarian or vaginal delivery - your pelvic floor goes through some stuff! Not only does it have to...
Did you know there are 7 different ways to be fatigued?
Have you ever had a full 8 hours of sleep at night but still woken up feeling exhausted? Of course there are lots of reasons this might happen (sickness, hormones etc) but have you ever considered there might be more to 'resting' than just sleeping? People often ask...