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How to Stretch
Fitfluential Guest Post: 10 things you need to know about stretching
Aprivé Wellness was asked to write for international Fitness portal Fitfluential about the best ways to stretch. There's so much confusion about stretching, and everyone's yoga instructor, personal trainer and physio seem to recommend a different method. I wanted to dispel the myths, so I examined the newest evidence on stretching to answer the 10 most common questions my patients have asked me about this important pre and post exercise practice.
1.) Why do we stretch before sport?
To prevent injury and prepare for the activity you’re about to do. Stretching to increase flexibility and stretch connective tissue like in Bikram yoga and yin yoga is a different style of stretching.
2.) What is static stretching?
Static stretching is when you hold a stretch position without moving for around 30 seconds eg. Reaching toward your foot for a hamstring stretch.
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Physio & Pilates Guest Post for Fitness in the City
Safe exercises to say goodbye to low back pain forever
Australian fitness and health blog Fitness in the City asked for an article about safe ways to get rid of back pain, so I incorporated physio and Pilates information into a handy article:
"Did you know Low Back Pain is the most common musculoskeletal health problem in the Western World? Here’s the best new though: It’s preventable, and easily treated. All you need is commitment and you can say ‘good riddance’ to your back pain for good!"
*Please remember though, see a doctor or physiotherapist before doing any exercise programmes for your low back pain.
Gluten-free Vegetarian Recipes
Aprivé Wellness featured on The Upside Blog
Internationally beloved activewear brand The Upside Sport was keen to feature the nutritional element of Aprivé Wellness' scope - so I wrote a guest post just for them.
It can be hard for coeliacs and those with a gluten intolerance to make tasty comfort foods at home without including meat in their dishes. From creamy peanut butter tofu to rich quinoa bolognese, I shared some of my favourite vegetarian gluten-free recipes in this special blog post.
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Aprivé Wellness invited to write for The Wellist
Wellness & Pilates on your next plane trip
I was thrilled to be asked to write for travel and wellness guru - The Wellist. Check out my article where I shared 5 Pilates exercises you can do right in your plane seat.
Long haul flights leave you feeling stiff, sore and tight, so why not try these 5 easy Pilates exercises to stop the cramps and keep you limber from departure to arrival.
Read the full article here