Teen Injuries
Injury prevention in our sporting youth Injuries are a common occurrence in active children and teens, ranging from trips and falls in the playground to more serious injuries during competitive sport. All may, and often do, have negative consequences for the individual –like missing out on training days, being placed on the bench, and even […]
Mum buns to Buns of steel
Being a new mum is both enjoyable and hard! My hair is constantly pulled back in a messy “Mum bun” due to lack of time and to avoid getting an unwanted tug. What happened to my “Buns of steel”? In the post natal period, the main focus tends to be on the baby, leaving little time […]
Returning to Running and Sport after Pregnancy – Part 1
As a Physiotherapist and Pilates Practitioner working in Women’s Health one of the areas I thought I would address the most, but I actually treat the least, is women hoping to return to their pre-pregnancy exercise regime. Following a huge bodily stress such as giving birth, or major surgery like a caesarean section, rehabilitation to […]
Returning to Running and Sport after Pregnancy – Part 2
In Part 1 of Returning to Running and Sport after Pregnancy we talked about: What to consider when returning to exercise, Red flags to look out for and, A 6-step framework to help your return to exercise. In Part 2 we will talk about how Infusion can help you on your return to exercise. How […]
Kids and Devices
Promoting better postures from the start No matter how much we try, kids and devices seem to go hand in hand these days. Despite this, I am an advocate of delaying and minimizing the use of any device for as long as possible. As a Physiotherapist and mother of two, one big problem I have […]
Optimal Performance and Mindset – Part 2
Achieving your optimal performance involves having a healthy mindset that you can integrate with your physical activity. In Optimal Performance and Mindset – Part 1 we discussed the importance of having a growth mindset and letting go of old beliefs that affect your body’s health and performance. Below we will talk about 4 mindset concepts […]
Optimal Performance and Mindset – Part 1
The critical element for optimal performance at any level is mindset. It is no secret that elite athletes work on this to create the edge they need to be the best in their field. So why are we not integrating this “mindset” concept into performance from the ground up and at every level? As practitioners, […]
Managing Inflammation and Improving your Immunity
Inflammation and immune function are hot topics. Now more than ever it is essential to boost yourimmune system and be as healthy as possible. Why is inflammation a problem? Chronic inflammation and poor immunity are the cause of so many health issues. While we oftenassociate inflammation with arthritis and allergies, it is related to […]
Top 5 pregnancy exercises for home
MY TOP 5 PREGNANCY EXERCISES My previous news item “3 Ps of Pregnancy” explained the importance of keeping your body strong and supple during pregnancy and how to stay safe during your workouts. This blog outlines my top 5 pregnancy exercises you can do safely at home and the benefits of each exercise. Despite the […]
The Benefits of Physio-Guided Exercise During Pregnancy
I’m a strong advocate for exercise through out life and what better time to maintain this as when creating another life. Years ago in Melbourne I studied the benefits of Physiotherapy guided exercise during pregnancy in Antenatal and Post-natal Pilates. Now pregnant myself I am lucky enough to utilize that, my Physiotherapy knowledge and also […]