Dec52021

Exercises to help you prepare for Christmas

In the lead up to Christmas, we are often involved in festive activities such as preparing our house and garden for visitors at Christmas, putting up the Christmas tree, and of course, Christmas shopping. In this short video, our CEO and Principal Physiotherapist Deborah Hunter demonstrates how to improve the strength of your abdominal muscles which support your lower back, and in turn, help you to minimise the risk of injury during the festive season.

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Nov302021
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November 2021 Move Better for Life Newsletter

In this edition, I’ve focused on preparing for Christmas, including tips for protecting your shoulders and lower back. We are also expanding our team and are currently on the lookout for a qualified physiotherapist or occupational therapist. If you know someone looking for a great career opportunity please send them our way.

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Nov282021
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Preparing for Christmas

The festive and holiday season is almost upon us and many of us are looking forward to spending quality time with family and friends, many of whom we may not have seen in quite some time. In the lead up to Christmas, we are often involved in festive activities such as preparing our house and garden for visitors at Christmas, putting up the Christmas tree, and of course, Christmas shopping. This blog highlights how some festive activities can leave you at greater risk of injury and six helpful tips to help you minimise those risks.

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Nov212021

Exercises for the over 60s

Regular physical activity promotes longevity and a multitude of long-term health benefits. In this short video, our CEO and Principal Physiotherapist, Deborah Hunter discusses two age appropriate strengthening exercises, the sit-to-stand and the heel raise.

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Nov142021
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Age Appropriate Fitness: 60s and over

Need more energy to look after the grandkids? Looking to revamp your garden? Or perhaps you’ve still got the travel bug. Priming your physical fitness is essential for fulfilling these common ambitions. Regular physical activity promotes longevity and a multitude of long-term health benefits. This blog post will focus on how keeping active is achievable and can be straightforward.

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