What is it? A stitch, side-stitch, side-cramp, sticker… Whatever you call them, that intense pain under your rib cage that seems to come out of nowhere while you’re exercising is an absolute pain! It’s “official” scientific name is Exercise-related transient abdominal pain (ETAP)🤔. They usually occur during lengthened, repetitive cardiovascular …
I receive messages asking me how heavy people should be lifting – or how much I lift on a particular exercise. I am NOT a weight-lifter, power-lifter or body builder. I’m just someone who enjoys lifting heavy stuff every now and again and enjoy the freedom I have of being …
There are many benefits to exercise during pregnancy from helping you sleep better, managing weight gain and preparing for birth. Medical experts agree that all healthy pregnant women should aim for at least 30 minutes daily exercise to improve their well-being and benefit their baby. If you’re struggling to maintain …
Stuck at home? Want a super speedy cardio workout? Missing the stair climber? Here’s a quick workout that will get your heart racing and muscles pumping. Use the walking back down as your rest time. If you don’t have many steps, repeat each part several times, if you have loads …
YES! Asthma is a lung condition, linked to allergies, that results in occasional breathing difficulties, breathlessness, coughing and wheezing. It usually develops in childhood but there are cases of adult-onset Asthma. Unfortunately, there is no cure, however inhalers are usually prescribed for prevention and relief. I have had clients in …
W is for Watermelon At over 90% water, the watermelon is a great summer refresher. 🍉 The watermelon originates from South Africa and is related to the cantaloupe 🍈, pumpkin 🎃 and cucumber 🥒 🍉 Fat free, low salt and low in calories – the watermelon is a great snack …