Posts Tagged ‘physical activity’
Meet Jess our new physiotherapist
Describe your role in one sentence. In the clinic, I get the opportunity to empower individuals on how to manage pain/injury, but also assist with them improving their performance by learning more about their bodies. I also have a role in workplace services where I observe, assess, and implement strategies to reduce and manage injuries…
Read MoreEthos Health C-fit classes
Did you know the right prescription of exercise supports better treatment outcomes and fewer side effects during treatment for cancer? We have availability in our C-Fit classes; C-Fit are group exercise sessions for people preparing for, undergoing or following radiation therapy, immunotherapy or chemotherapy. Exercise can significantly reduce the impact of treatment-related side effects during…
Read MoreHamstring Strain
What are they? The hamstrings are a group of 3 muscles at the back of your thigh. A hamstring strain is when 1 or more of these muscles become injured, resulting in pain and loss of function. Hamstring strains can range from a simple over-stretching of the muscle (grade 1) up to a complete muscle…
Read MoreOsgood-Schlatter’s Disease
What is Osgood-Schlatter’s Disease? Osgood-Schlatter’s Disease is a common cause of knee pain in adolescents. Rather than a disease, it is technically a traction apophysitis. This occurs when there is inflammation where the tendon from the kneecap (patella) attaches onto the shin bone (tibia). This inflammation can result in pain at the front of the…
Read MoreSports Nutrition: Improving your performance
Good nutrition can significantly improve sporting performance, just as poor nutrition can hinder it. A sports nutrition plan enables everyone from weekend warriors to elite athletes understand how their dietary intake affects performance in training and competition. Learn more about some of the most important aspects of sports nutrition, including: • Nutritional adequacy• Carbohydrate –…
Read MoreHow long will it take to become an Olympic athlete?
Are Olympians born or made? This month we take a brief look at what separates an Olympic athlete from the rest of us.
Read MoreHow Fit Are You?
To test how fit you are, we’re looking at different physical and functional challenges testing balance, flexibility, strength and fitness. This month focuses on balance.
Read MoreEthos C-Fit Classes
Ethos Health C-fit classes are group exercise sessions for people undergoing radiation or chemotherapy both pre and post treatment.
Read MoreStruggling to find time to exercise?
Making time for exercise can enhance our ability to help others and can benefit everyone in our life, including ourselves.
Read MoreReversing frailty in the elderly
Does getting old(er) mean getting frail? Of course not! Last year a systematic review was published outlining how the elderly could delay and reverse frailty. We have consolidated the research into an infographic that details the key points.
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