Yes, your glutes can “switch off” or become underactive, a condition often referred to as gluteal amnesia or dead butt syndrome (DBS). This condition happens when the gluteal muscles—particularly the gluteus medius and gluteus maximus—stop firing effectively, usually due to prolonged periods of inactivity or improper movement patterns. Here’s a deeper look at why this happens, the potential long-term effects, and how to fix … Read More
Want to lose body fat? Expose your BAT to the cold
Cold exposure, commonly known as cold thermogenesis, has garnered significant attention as an effective method for promoting fat loss. The concept revolves around the body’s response to cold, which includes the activation of various physiological mechanisms that lead to increased energy expenditure, fat oxidation, and ultimately, a reduction in body fat. This article explores the scientific basis behind cold exposure … Read More
The Negative Effects of Prolonged Sitting
In today’s digital age, prolonged sitting has become an unavoidable part of daily life for many, especially those in desk-bound jobs. While it may seem harmless at first glance, recent studies have increasingly highlighted the detrimental impacts of extended periods of sitting on both physical and mental health. This article will explore the latest research on the negative effects of … Read More
Understanding Microbiomes and Their Impact on Health
What Are Microbiomes? Microbiomes refer to the vast and diverse communities of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, viruses, and archaea, that inhabit various environments. These environments range from soil and water to the human body. In humans, microbiomes are found on the skin, in the mouth, gut, and other mucous membranes. Each of these microbiomes plays a crucial role in maintaining … Read More
Core or Abdominal training! What is the difference??
The core muscles and the rectus abdominis group are crucial components of the human body’s musculature, each playing distinct roles in maintaining stability, posture, and movement. While they are often discussed interchangeably, understanding the differences between them is essential for appreciating their specific functions and contributions to overall physical health. Core Muscles: An Overview The term “core” refers to a … Read More
FASCIA: We all have it, but what does it do?
Alright, let’s talk about fascia – not the Italian pasta kind, but the stuff that’s inside your body holding everything together like an invisible superhero suit. You might not have heard about it much, but trust me, it’s doing a lot more than you think! So, what in the world is fascia? Picture a cobweb made of super strong, stretchy … Read More
Quadrupedal (ground based) movement benefits for over 40’s
Many individuals, if not most people by the time they are 40, perform their daily activities and exercises while standing and being in a predominantly upright position. As you approach your 40’s, chances are your movement patterns do not usually vary too much. You can almost predict what you will do everyday. This is just habit forming and it is … Read More
Making sure you have time for everything!
The words ‘time management’ can bring up feelings of control and restrictive schedules. But it’s a common term for how we organise our daily tasks to do the things we need to do and provide a balance between work, family and personal activities. When I discuss this with my clients, more often than not they tell me it is hard … Read More
Here are 5 Keys to Making 50 the New 30 with powerband training
1.Continually exercise using different patterns and planes of movement I have stressed this point numerous times over the years. Yet I rarely see it being done consistently. Muscles and joints have the ability to move in 3 planes of motion, yet most exercise programs only use straight forward and back single (sagittal)plane movement patterns. All joints and muscles can move … Read More
Become grounded by training on all fours.
One of my favourite modalities/styles of training is ground based. For those that know me, I am very much into Animal Flow, created by Mike Fitch, founder of the Global Bodyweight Movement. In fact, I incorporate Animal Flow not into only my training, but aspects of my clients. Using your body as a resistance and having both your hands, feet in … Read More