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The role of stress on recovery

Posted on April 5th, 2022 by Andries Lodder


One of the most important aspects when it comes to seeing results after training, is recovery. Some of the most well-known recovery methods include:  Active recovery workoutsCorrect nutrition before and after workoutsEnough rest days If we all only focus on how well we recover from physical exercise, we may forget that both physical and mental […]

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Tendonitis and Overuse Injuries

Posted on March 1st, 2022 by Andries Lodder


By Daniel Sauer Tendonitis is an inflammation or irritation of a tendon, a thick cord that attaches bone to muscle. Tendonitis is most often caused by repetitive, minor impact on the affected area, or from a sudden more serious injury. There are many activities/movements that can cause tendinitis, such as: GardeningPaintingScrubbingTennisGolfThrowingBeginning exercise too quickly and over-loading your […]

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Postural Awareness

Posted on March 1st, 2022 by Andries Lodder


By Sean Pickup Many of us believe that our posture is very good, but the truth is that our brain has adapted to feeling balanced and straight when we’re not.  Posture refers to a person’s body in space and the alignment of different body parts in relation to one another. The human skeleton is designed […]

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Heart Awareness Month

Posted on February 1st, 2022 by Andries Lodder


By Daniel Sauer February is Heart Awareness Month! Here is some information on getting a stronger, healthier heart!  Over the past 4 decades, numerous scientific reports have examined the relationships between physical activity, physical fitness, and cardiovascular health. Expert panels, convened by organizations such as the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the American […]

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Benefits of Cardio

Posted on February 1st, 2022 by Andries Lodder


By Sean Pickup Cardiovascular exercise is one of the most important forms of exercise that exists for us. It is also one of the easiest forms of exercise to do since you don’t often need any form of equipment to do it.  Cardiovascular exercise includes running, hiking, cycling, swimming, dancing, or any form of exercise […]

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Disability Rights Awareness Month

Posted on November 24th, 2021 by Andries Lodder


By Daniel Sauer November was International Disability Rights Awareness Month. The international theme proclaimed by the United Nations for this year is: “Removing barriers to create an inclusive and accessible society for all.” Approximately 15 – 20% of the world’s population are persons with disability. There are many types of disabilities affecting a person’s movement, vision, […]

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Keep Moving While You Rest

Posted on November 24th, 2021 by Andries Lodder


By Sean Pickup December is fast approaching and many of us will soon be on leave making our way to our holiday destinations. These end of year holidays are great for everyone to just take a deep breath and take a break from the stressful year. Although we will be resting, it is important to […]

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Covid 19 Vaccine – Answering your exercise related questions!

Posted on November 3rd, 2021 by Andries Lodder


BY DANIEL SAUER COVID-19 has drastically changed our lives over the past 2 years — from the way we interact with other people to the way we work. It has even changed the way we exercise.  These days, the availability of the COVID-19 vaccine is helping us get back some sense of normality in daily […]

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