Let me introduce you to the Bird Dog exercise, this should be the very first exercise you should perform if you feel like you need to stabilise your spine, especially if you are recovering from an injury. I’m not going to teach you how to bark like a dog and fly like a bird, but
In this article I am going to introduce you to the ergonomic kneeling chair. I have been using this chair since 2007 while I was recovering from chronic lower back issues following a slipped disc injury. I found it to be my rescue chair as prior to my injury I was sitting slumped in a
If you are a parent with kids and you often enjoy the great outdoors, camping with a bad back can ruin your camping experience. If its your first time, some of you will start to worry as you plan your camping trip with the following on your mind – how will i sleep? how will i put the tent
Ever heard an apple a day keeps the doctor away? I bet you have! I believe it should rather read, “a medium paced stroll-a-day keeps the doctor (and back pain) away!”. Not convinced? A recent forensic study published by the University of Sydney reviewed 31 000 back pain sufferers and put them to test with
We have become creatures of digitally addicted slouchers which has resulted in weak upper back muscles. Because of this, more pressure is placed lower down the spine to aid in keeping us upright. Below I will demonstrate two key exercises that will help reactivate upper back muscles that may be weak due to poor posture
In this video post I want to talk to you about my views on gravity and how it can put a strain on your lower back. The following points will be covered: – Gravity in relation to your lower back – The drawback of too much upper body fat and how it can put a
I consider the Jefferson Curl an essential component of my life and my training. It is as important as breathing. And my aim is to do Jefferson Curl’s daily. Many people have never heard of this movement and that’s because it’s been hidden from the masses in gymnastic strength training regimes for decades. Recently gymnastic
Today we are going to talk inflammation. I am sure you have heard this word bouncing around fitness and health blogs many times before. But do you really understand WHAT inflammation is, what CAUSES inflammation and HOW you can naturally reduce inflammation in your body? If you would like to learn more about this vital
The bridge exercise is often seen in Pilates and yoga and is used to strengthen the entire midsection. As a result, it is often a common exercise prescribed by physiotherapists following a lower back injury. The premise of the bridge is to strengthen that butt of yours in turn strengthening your lower back and engaging