Most people don’t know that when they are exercising or moving their bodies, they are also working out their nervous system as well.  Neuroplasticity is the brain’s ability to continually change or re-mould just like plasticine and exercise can influence how this happens. As Neuroscientist Dr Tara Swart explains .. […]

One of the questions I am commonly asked is.. “how do I modify a burpee for pregnancy, postpartum, diastatis recti or pelvic floor concerns ? “ Watch my video below to learn a safe and effective burpee modification… Tips on how to modify a Burpee : Eliminate the jump component to save […]

Boosting immunity and staying safe during pregnancy and postpartum is important during the current climate is important. So here is a little hand santizer recipe to help you. DIY Hand Santizer Recipe : A smart science Dr friend gave me this simple but effective hand santizer recipe. In a large […]

Unfortunately when women enter motherhood it has become the new normal that experiencing symptoms of fatigue, exhaustion and stress are just part of the new mama package. But postnatal depletion is real – it is a syndrome of accumulated issues including deep fatigue, hyper-vigilance, and overwhelm. After birth many women […]

If you are a first time exerciser or a fitness fanatic the 5 P’s of Pregnancy and Postpartum Exercise apply to you. Learn why this is also applicable during any trimester of pregnancy or any month (or year) postpartum. First up if you have just had a baby, remember “clearance […]

Hey there ! Are you a pregnant or a mama runner. I admire that you are using jogging or running to stay fit, and energised. But I also want to ensure you are doing this safely and effectively during your precious pregnancy journey and post birth. Discover 4 important things […]

So Mama ? Do you want to return to running after pregnancy… give a fun run a go, or simply use running as a form of exercise. Running after birth is possible, however you do need a progressive strategy to ensure it happens safely and effectively – just like my […]

Use these 5 mindset strategies to sideline any mental and emotional obstacles that often arise during pregnancy and postpartum. Self doubt, overwhelm, perfectionism and procrastination are all too familiar, especially when trying to embark on a fitness and wellness journey ! Simply shifting your mindset and mental habits can make […]

If you are pregnant or postpartum your body has changed…so the way you exercise, workout and nourish yourself also has to CHANGE ! Workouts should be focused on your current body, not your past body. If you are embarking on pregnancy exercise, you may have received to “just keep doing […]