Exercise NZ Conference 2022
If you are a people person like me, conferences are always special events. This is particularly true for the Exercise New Zealand event (formerly called FitEx). This is my 7th year attending this event as a presenter, including last year, which I presented online, as the borders to New Zealand were closed due to COVID restrictions. Real-life […]
Your health is like a 3-legged stool
It’s no secret that leading a healthy lifestyle can help you live longer. But what’s often overlooked is the importance of having healthy relationships. Studies have shown that strong social connections are just as crucial to your health as eating right and exercising regularly. Social interactions help reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and boost immunity. […]
When should I see a physio?
A pelvic health physiotherapist is the starting point to work out any issues you may be experiencing. These might be new or changing experiences due to having children, hitting menopause, or even changing your exercise routine. Bypass the Instagram doctors and get the right info from the right people. I have been talking, writing, and […]
Why walking is an unpopular form of exercise
Don’t discount the daily walk A daily walk provides enormous health benefits – but can be overlooked in the rush to start ambitious exercise regimes. No one has ever finished a walk and said, “Well that was a waste of time!” Following on our series of one small change – read on to find out […]
What exercise should I be doing?
This would have to be one of the questions I get asked the most. Especially from women who are at the changeover times of their lives – like: Pregnancy Postnatal Perimenopause Postmenopause Or they may just have read something about the menstrual cycle and want to explore options that align. Or check that they are […]
What’s the deal with circadian rhythms (and why do I need to know about it?)
Did you know that your body has its own internal clock? This clock is called the circadian rhythm and it is your sleep-wake pattern over the course of 24 hours. Your circadian rhythm helps control your daily schedule for sleep and wakefulness. The brain receives messages from your environment, particularly light and activates certain hormones. […]
The gifts of pelvic organ prolapse (how we can manage the fear and stay active)
I will never forget the day I first heard the term prolapse. I was both a postnatal mum of two babies (delivered in 2 different countries, using 2 different health services) and a fitness professional. Forging a career and small business working with mums. When the basic details were shared with me, I was horrified […]
Is this my last menstrual period?
I am 52 years old and every time I get my period I wonder if it is my last one. The average age for women to complete the menopause transition is around 51. And to be clear – that means that you have had exactly 12 months free of your period before you can claim […]
As a fitness professional are you prepared for the baby boom?
Your eyes are not playing tricks on you. There are way more pregnant women and women pushing prams than usual. The HCF (this is the private insurer – Hospital Contribution Fund of Australia) reported an increase of 22 per cent in newborn deliveries to the end of the March 2021 quarter. The numbers are in […]
Almond Croissants & Birth Trauma
These two things may seem like an unlikely blog title. But allow me to share a story with you. I have been a mover and shaker in the fitness industry for more than a decade. My passion has been to create a greater awareness of women’s health issues. And to build on this awareness to […]