by Reactive | Mar 15, 2018 | Lifestyle, Massage, Physiotherapy, Pilates, Wellness, Yoga
It is a common misconception to associate the word flexibility with Gymnasts or Yogi’s. But to put it very simply, flexibility is the ability for your muscles and joints to move fluidly through their intended full range of motion. A very big reason why it is so...
by Reactive | Aug 3, 2016 | Massage, Physiotherapy, Yoga
Get Going Gently When pain in your SI joint flares up, your physiotherapist can bring you relief, but a few moves at home can help, too. It helps to be active, but start slowly, like with a few minutes of walking, swimming, or riding a stationary bike daily if...
by Reactive | Jul 21, 2016 | Lifestyle, Pilates, Wellness, Yoga
Back pain is awful, this is true! However, it’s not an excuse for not working out, and should actually become the reason you do. Exercise could significantly help your back pain. A study done by researchers at UCLA determined, that after a year and a half of...
by Reactive | Mar 10, 2016 | Pilates, Yoga
Yoga or Pilates? They seem so similar; how do you choose? Pilates and yoga both use a mat; both are available as a class at the gym, via streaming online video and on DVD; both help to create that long, lean physique you want; but what’s the best choice? Here’s a...
by Reactive | May 22, 2015 | Wellness, Yoga
Our yoga pose for the week is bound ankle pose. This pose opens and relaxes the inner thighs and groin. Bring the soles of your feet together bringing the heels close to your groin. Bending the knees, allow the legs to butterfly (fall) open. If you cannot relax your...
by Reactive | Feb 24, 2015 | Yoga
Our weekly Yoga pose for hips and lower back is the Goddess pose. This is an excellent stretch for the groin, inner thighs and hips. Step your feet out very wider than your hips,turn your toes outward. Bend your knees so they line up with your ankles. Drop your...
