SEATED HIP STRETCH While in a seated position, cross your right leg over your straightened left leg. Hug your right knee with your left arm, making sure to keep your back straight. Hold this stretch for 30-60 seconds, and then repeat on the opposite side. … [Read more...] about STRETCH OF THE MONTH
SCIATICA
Sciatica describes pain felt along the sciatic nerve, which runs from your lower back, down through the buttock, hamstrings and into the lower leg. The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the body. Sciatica is characterised by pain, numbness, and weakness in the legs. Commonly pain and numbness … [Read more...] about SCIATICA
AUSTRALIA’S BIGGEST MORNING TEA
This month we are raising money to support Cancer Council with Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea! All proceeds will go towards: Cancer Research Prevention Programs Support Services Our goal is to raise a minimum of $2,000 dollars before the 27th May 2016. Cancer is something that has … [Read more...] about AUSTRALIA’S BIGGEST MORNING TEA
SOUP
We are well into Autumn now, and the weather has definitely turned - crisp mornings and cool evenings, even a little rain! Perfect weather for delicious warming foods and what better than homemade soup. Hearty homemade soups packed with vegetables have so many health benefits. The most … [Read more...] about SOUP
STRETCH OF THE MONTH
Supine Pelvic Stretch Lie on your back and place the soles of your feet together. Place a folded bath towel beneath your head. Bring your heels as close to your groin as possible. Place your arms at your sides with your palms facing up. Relax your knees as you feel the stretch … [Read more...] about STRETCH OF THE MONTH
TOWARDS WELLNESS
Let’s Dance! Dancing is a good physical activity, but is also good for our brains as it wakes different parts of the brain and neural pathways. There are so many different types of dancing, so you can generally choose something you’re comfortable with. It is also social, fun and … [Read more...] about TOWARDS WELLNESS
THE PELVIC FLOOR
The “pelvic floor” refers to a group of muscles that attach to the front, back and sides of the pelvic bone and sacrum (the large fused bone at the bottom of your spine, just above the tailbone). Like a sling or hammock, these muscles support the organs in the pelvis, including the bladder, uterus … [Read more...] about THE PELVIC FLOOR
TOWARDS WELLNESS
MOVE IN THE RIGHT CIRCLES People change and friends grow; don’t let it get you down. Keep hold of those friendships that bring out the best version of you. Try to surround yourself with colleagues & friends who have a positive outlook on life and who approach the daily grind with a … [Read more...] about TOWARDS WELLNESS