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How much bend do you knee(d)?

Exercise specific, JointBy Suzy OglesbyDecember 14, 2020

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…

Training the right muscles in the wrong way

Exercise, Exercise specific, Resistance TrainingBy Suzy OglesbyJune 10, 2020

It is very obvious that the way to make a muscle stronger is through exercise. But while it is easy to find an exercise that targets a particular muscle, it is harder to choose the appropriate exercise for a specific goal.Let’s consider strengthening the glute muscles to improve balance while walking. Unfortunately, with more time…

How does exercise improve your immune system?

Exercise, Exercise specific, InflammationBy Suzy OglesbyApril 14, 2020

One of the many benefits of exercise, is it’s effect on the immune system. But exactly how could exercise have any sort of impact on the immune system and do I need to be mindful of anything when I am exercising? There are a few different mechanisms which we will explore below. Cell mobilisation When…

Why the answer should be “it depends”

Exercise specificBy Suzy OglesbyJuly 17, 2019

When most people ask a question they are seeking a black and white answer. Nothing can be more frustrating to hear than those words “well it depends”, however they are extremely valuable words to hear and understand. Let’s explore why. As curious humans we want the definitive answer to our problems. This applies to most…

How what you do in the 2 hours before exercise is important

Exercise, Exercise specific, Lifestyle, NutritionBy Suzy OglesbyAugust 21, 2018

So much emphasis is put on how we can maximise the benefits while performing exercise and even after exercise. However there are some important points that need to be considered directly before you exercise that can affect your session. Body Position One of these considerations is your body position before exercise. Our ligaments and connective…

Why it is important to exercise your eyes if you wear glasses?

Exercise specific, Eye HealthBy Suzy OglesbyJuly 11, 2018

Glasses are a common accessory for many people and help to provide visual clarity in different circumstances. There is however one side effect that is associated with their use that can affect how your body moves as well as your risk of falling. Our body movement and balance systems rely on feedback from 3 main…

When it’s good to be unstable

Exercise, Exercise specific, StabilityBy Suzy OglesbyMay 23, 2018

Many people want to be “stable”. Whether it is on their feet so that they don’t fall, or in the muscles that support their joints. However when we exercise, some of the best benefits occur when we are unstable. A study published in 2015, looked at the differences in muscle activity when a person exercises…

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