Archive for 2012
A Better Birth – 6 Top tips
As a woman being informed and prepared is the best way to make a decision on what kind of birthing experience you would like to get with your pregnancy. To help you reach a decision we have complied some tips to guide you. We have quite a few so rather than make this an epic […]
Yogalates where East meets West
What is Yogalates Yogalates is a comprehensive exercise system which successfully fuses the practices of Yoga and Pilates, described as a meeting place of east and west because it effectively merges the ancient practice of Yoga from the east with the core stabilizing, posture enhancing dynamics of Pilates from the west. Combining the best of […]
Breathing into our practice
LEARNING TO MOVE WITH THE BREATH AND LETTING THE BREATH MOVE YOU… As obvious as it sounds, it’s worth remembering that breathing is the first thing we do when out of the womb. It is natural and effortless. We don’t need to make it to happen, it just does. However, over time our breathing can […]
7 ways to avoid back pain in pregnancy
That dull throbbing ache, constant, annoying, jabbing if you turn a certain way…yes, we’ve all been there with back pain! Back pain is a major health issue in the developed world affecting between 59% and 90% of people. So can you imagine how the extra weight affects your back while you are pregnant? Read on […]
Stretch it! The benefits of stretching as part of your exercise routine
Come listen to Ciarán Aherne’s practical advice on stretching and flexibility at his talk on Saturday May 12th at 12 noon and reduce chances of injury during your exercise routine – handouts available at the talk illustrating easy daily stretches! As you age, your muscles tighten and range of motion in the joints can be […]