Comparisons

Looking at personal experience over time is a positive way to measure progress and provide an inner drive. Being able to look back and notice how eating habits have changed, posture has improved, clothing fits differently, or there is less pain with certain activities are rewards within themselves. Rather than comparing one's self to others, … Continue reading Comparisons

Recovery

Massage/Bodywork is an integral part of recovery and balance in any workout program. It increases circulation in muscles and joints to help relieve inflammation, stagnant body fluids and metabolic waste, which in turn helps to speed up recovery and creates a positive state of mind. Bodywork also helps to resolve postural imbalances such as tight … Continue reading Recovery

The Principle of Individual Differences

The Principle of Individual Differences states that there is no such thing as “one size fits all”. Everyone is in some way unique and it is important to realize that we all have different responses to exercise. Some build endurance easily, others gain strength with little or no effort, some are naturally lean and/or muscular, … Continue reading The Principle of Individual Differences

Acupuncture combined with spinal Tui Na for treatment of primary dysmenorrhea in 30 cases.

Primary dysmenorrhea, occurs when symptoms are not attributed to any underlying disorder, disease or structural abnormality of the uterus. And can be treated with Tui Na & Acupuncture.

Post Workout Stretching

Stretching is highly beneficial to recovery when done post workout or as part of a cool down routine. During exertion the body tends to follow the path of least resistance, even when that is not an optimal relationship for joints and muscles. This results in relatively inflexible, weaker and imbalanced muscles that may affect surrounding … Continue reading Post Workout Stretching