Active Seniors

Suzy Oglesby

Swell, swell, swell – how does the lymphatic system help with swollen legs and ankles?

While the heart and its associated vessels are well known to most people, the lymphatic system is a lesser known yet important system that assists with fluid management. If you have ever experienced swelling in the body, the lymphatic system is vital to remove and reduce the swelling. It is often described as the vacuum […]

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The Chicken Wing and the Neck

While there are many causes of neck pain and tension, lets explore the relationship between an often forgotten shoulder muscle and it’s role in relation to the neck. The shoulder muscle in question is called the serratus anterior muscle – also known as the chicken wing muscle. Like most anatomical names, it its name has

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New Year, New You

Among the top New Years resolutions world wide are the resolutions “exercise more” and “lose weight”. While they sound simple in theory, less than half of us succeed at achieving our new years resolutions. Exercising to lose weight may seem straight forward, but in fact there are variables to consider to make sure that you

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How much bend do you knee(d)?

One of the most common and functional exercises to develop lower body strength is a squat. We perform squatting movements very commonly throughout the day every time we sit down or stand up from a chair among other activities. If you have ever been instructed on how to perform a squat, you may have been

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BMI – Important or Not?

Body Mass Index (BMI) is the magical term that is often thrown around many readings that focus on exercise and wellness. You may have also heard your GP and other various specialists mention it. What is a BMI? Put simply, it is the relationship between your weight and height. It is a great baseline indicator

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