Over 50? Post menopausal? These health risks are important for you!
According to Heart Research Australia, ‘heart disease kills twice as many Australian women than breast cancer. 40 % of heart attacks in women are fatal, and many occur without warning’ Adding to that, many women in postmenopause become more sedentary, leading to high blood pressure and high cholesterol, and an increase of body fat around the abdomen’.
12 Christmas gifts that are a must for any Pilates mat lover
What to gift a Pilate Mat Lover? I’ve listed all my favourite toys and why you should look into them; 1. Pilates mat, 2. Pilates ball, 3. Resistance bands, 4. 30 cm ball, 5. Long full foam roller, 6. High-waisted leggings. 7. Toe socks, 8. Cork massage ball, 9. Pilates circle/ring 10. Cork peanut massage ball. 11. Days For Girls, 12. InHouse Pilates gift certificate.
Unveiling the legacy: 9 Intriguing facts about Joe Pilates.
Celebrate Joe Pilates's birthday with 9 fascinating facts about the Pilates Method founder. From overcoming health issues as a child to his innovative exercises inspired by animals, delve into the remarkable life of Joseph Pilates. Discover the events that shaped his fitness philosophy and led to the global practice of Pilates today.
Osteoporosis - Symptoms, diagnoses, and 9 ways you can prevent it.
According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, ‘Osteoporosis (meaning ‘porous bones’) is defined as a condition that causes bones to become thin, weak, and fragile,’ occurring in both men and women. This is caused by the bones losing minerals like calcium faster than the body can replace it, causing decreased bone density, making bones more fragile and easier to break.’ Read more…
The cost of inactivity and what can be done about it.
Simple sneaky ways to move more in your day. 01. Wake up and move. 02. Use stairs instead of the lift. 03. Park and walk. 04. Have walking meetings. 05 - Stand up every hour. 06. Use a standing desk where possible. 07. Join an exercise class during lunch. 08. Avoid eating at your desk. 09. Stand during meetings. 10. Wear a pedometer. 11. Take a walk after dinner. 12. Wash your car. 13. Walk escalators. 14. Walk the dog? 15. Make your housework your workout. 16. Get up and move during tv commercials.