7 Female Fitness Myths

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Here are 7 common female fitness myths that need to be debunked. 1. Stop forcing down 4L OF WATER PER DAY – you might be flushing important minerals tune into your thirst cues, sip as you need (your bladder will also thank you). 2. Exercise does not reduce your baby’s milk supply or change the…

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How the feet impact the core and pelvic floor

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If you have been hanging with me for a while you would have heard me say….the Pelvic Floor and the rest of the CORE –  DON’T WORK IN ISOLATION, they are part of a fascially integrated and functionally synergistic WHOLE. The ‘conversation’ between the core and the rest of the body runs from the toes to the…

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How to relieve aches & pain during pregnancy, postpartum & motherhood

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For all those pregnant or postpartum mamas or anyBODY suffering with aches and pain including : SIJ, pelvic girdle pain, sciatica or back pain, grab yourself a massage ball or tennis ball then… Follow my 2 minute video below A simple and effective tips to relieve pregnancy + mama aches and pains This method such a great way to release…

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How to use a FOAM ROLLER during and after Pregnancy

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Foam Rolling during and after Pregnancy is a fabulous way to release your lower back and hip pressure, and tight glutes. Also if you are experiencing leg cramps and any swollen limbs, foam rolling is a fabulous way to incorporate regular movement into your day. It should help alleviate any discomfort. My short video will…

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How often should I exercise during Pregnancy ?

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Is a question I am often asked. I think it is very important for women to know that everybody’s fitness levels are different and every day during pregnancy your energy levels can be different. Some day’s walking and light activity might be more than enough for some expecting mums. Where as some pregnant women are…

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Pelvic Girdle Pain, Pubic Pain & Pelvic Instability in Pregnancy – SIJ, SPD, PGP

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Many women become pregnant and think the only exercise they can do is walking. Unfortunately excessive walking can trigger a very uncomfortable condition called SPD – symphysis pubis dysfunction or pelvic pain, pelvic instability or pelvic girdle pain. You can’t STRETCH your way out of pelvic pain ! Often pelvic pain is dismissed as lower…

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