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A pill to replace exercise
So we're a step closer to a pill that can replace exercise.
I know that there is an obesity crisis and things need to be done but this makes me sad, as if exercise is a thing to be avoided.This news came out the same day as my car broke down. I had to cancel a class and then arrange a lift to my evening classes - I was particularly stressed by the time I got to the church ready to teach!! But a healthy dose of exercise later I felt much better.
Benefits of exercise
From those three classes …JERF, CRAP and Clean Eating!
I had a request from one of my email subscribers to write about clean eating. Now those of you who know me will know that I'm not averse to eating cake or having a drink. To my mind, it's just food - there is no point in labelling things good or bad.
But I do try to eat as healthily as possible - following the JERF principle of Just Eat Real Food. I cook from scratch every day and avoid ready-meals - anything with a huge ingredient list is out! I also try to avoid artificial sugars and manufa…
How you can help your pelvic floor
I was asked by someone this week about rehabbing the pelvic floor post birth, in preparation for getting back to running. I was so pleased that she was aware of the importance of taking her time - things keep popping up in my timeline about postnatal classes where people are running with buggies, skipping and even doing jumping jacks! All of this can have a deleterious effect on the pelvic floor and continuing to overstress a weakened pelvic floor can lead to prolapse.
However taking your time, …
However taking your time, …
Happy New Year/You?!
I'm not really into New Years resolutions. And I'm definitely not into the the new year new you thing - there's nothing wrong with the 'old' you!
But I am into goal setting.
I've just bought myself a shiny new business planner and right at the front is a blank page to fill in hopes and dreams for 2017. Most of mine are tied up with family life as I feel that's the area that needs the most work done right now!
But there's also some goals for me and my work too...
Now from the business coaching I've d…
But I am into goal setting.
I've just bought myself a shiny new business planner and right at the front is a blank page to fill in hopes and dreams for 2017. Most of mine are tied up with family life as I feel that's the area that needs the most work done right now!
But there's also some goals for me and my work too...
Now from the business coaching I've d…
Is postnatal exercise just for YOU?
I saw an advert for a postnatal exercise class the other day that had a line about how mums were deciding to be selfish and take time for themselves. Now I'm all for me-time as an essential part of a mums postnatal recovery and don't see that as being selfish at all - in fact, if anything, mums aren't selfish enough and always seem to put themselves at the bottom of the to do list.
But in addition to mums deserving to do something that benefits them, I also see so much benefit to the babies comi…
But in addition to mums deserving to do something that benefits them, I also see so much benefit to the babies comi…
Heal your diastasis with food!
I really enjoyed listening to a webinar from Jessica Drummond of the Integrative Women's Health Institute last week.
One of the sections that I was particularly interested in was on postnatal soft tissue and wound recovery - applicable particularly for those with diastasis or a c-section and perineum wound.
My advice nutritionally has always been to use bone broth either in soups or gravies but her information will give you a few more tools to use!
Eating foods that are high in collagen can help t…
One of the sections that I was particularly interested in was on postnatal soft tissue and wound recovery - applicable particularly for those with diastasis or a c-section and perineum wound.
My advice nutritionally has always been to use bone broth either in soups or gravies but her information will give you a few more tools to use!
Eating foods that are high in collagen can help t…
5 tips for preventing back pain when caring for children
As I was walking home from class yesterday a father and his toddler walked past me. The dad was taking tiny baby steps in time with his son, was crouching in a squat position to be at his son's level and was leaning over to one side in order to hold his hand. This reminded me of how Becky used to love to hold my finger as she walked - up until her hand was big enough to hold mine. And how it hurt my back let alone nearly dislocated my finger!!!
The trouble with having bad posture when you're c…
The trouble with having bad posture when you're c…
Walk this way!
I'm a bit obsessed with walking... There are so many health benefits to it and it's so easy to fit into your day and yet I read a report that said that 45% of people would rather take public transport than a short stroll. And 1 in 20 would use public transport rather than walk for 5 minutes! And yet walking is the easiest way to fit in the suggested amount of exercise we should be doing plus is like medicine for all the health benefits it has!
For those of you, like me, with older kids who rea…
For those of you, like me, with older kids who rea…
When can I run again?
If you search the internet for the answer to starting running again after baby you may well be confused by the information out there. There are some people who are back to their normal regime way before 6 weeks postpartum, others who advocate avoiding all sorts of exercise. So what's right for you?
First up you shouldn't return to formal exercise until 6 weeks postnatal (8-10 if you've had a caesarean) and you should be getting the all clear from your doctor, although I know some doctors wait t…
First up you shouldn't return to formal exercise until 6 weeks postnatal (8-10 if you've had a caesarean) and you should be getting the all clear from your doctor, although I know some doctors wait t…
The last month of pregnancy
Here are some guidelines for the last month of pregnancy - look at which ones suit your lifestyle and start to incorporate them!
Preparation at this stage can increase the chance of a birth with minimal intervention and tissue damage and help to facilitate your recovery, including bonding with your baby and your ability to breastfeed.
Optimal foetal positioning:
Preparation at this stage can increase the chance of a birth with minimal intervention and tissue damage and help to facilitate your recovery, including bonding with your baby and your ability to breastfeed.
Optimal foetal positioning:
- Avoid bucket seat positions where your pelvis tips under - especially be mindful when driving, at work or when relaxing at home. Try t…
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