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19 Dec 2015 BY Katrina Tarrant POSTED INBack Pain, Physiotherapy
Yes, Sitting is Really Bad for You

Yes, Sitting is Really Bad for You

19 Dec 2015 BY Katrina Tarrant POSTED INBack Pain, Physiotherapy

Some of you may have seen this last week in the Sydney Morning Herald. This newspaper article highlights the effect on our bodies of sitting- scary stuff that effects not only our physical wellbeing, but also our physiological and overall mortality. I have found personally from working with injured...

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3 Dec 2015 BY Katrina Tarrant POSTED INBack Pain, Physiotherapy
What is muscle imbalance?

What is muscle imbalance?

3 Dec 2015 BY Katrina Tarrant POSTED INBack Pain, Physiotherapy

If you have been to a $1, you would have possibly heard that your 'muscles are imbalanced'. This imbalance was probably explained to be the cause of the pain you were having- whether it be postural pain, muscular injuries such as a strain or tendonitis, or joint irritation. So what does this actuall...

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Abdominal Separation after baby

Abdominal Separation after baby

The zipper front – the best visual cue for the lower belly I have heard! Abdominal separation or Rectus Diastasis (RD) is a common and necessary part of carrying a baby and being a new mum. It affects 66% of women. RD is the wonderful pregnant body's way of getting your abdominal muscles around your...

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25 Nov 2015 BY Katrina Tarrant POSTED INPilates, Sydney CBD
Draft Pilates Timetable Term 1 2016

Draft Pilates Timetable Term 1 2016

25 Nov 2015 BY Katrina Tarrant POSTED INPilates, Sydney CBD

Draft timetable for our: * $1 * $1 * $1

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25 Nov 2015 BY Katrina Tarrant POSTED INWomen's Health
The 2015 women’s health and fitness summit

The 2015 women’s health and fitness summit

25 Nov 2015 BY Katrina Tarrant POSTED INWomen's Health

Heba wows her audience on speaking about the troubles with a tight pelvic floor This summit held September in Melbourne is an annual gathering for all those interested in women's health, fitness, and nutrition, in whatever capacity. It brings together world-renowned speakers and presenters from all...

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24 Nov 2015 BY Katrina Tarrant POSTED INPilates, Sydney CBD
Draft Pilates Timetable Summer School 2016

Draft Pilates Timetable Summer School 2016

24 Nov 2015 BY Katrina Tarrant POSTED INPilates, Sydney CBD

Draft timetable for our summer school 2016 $1 and $1

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22 Oct 2015 BY Heba Shaheed POSTED INPregnancy, Women's Health
What is normal after having a baby? Part 1

What is normal after having a baby? Part 1

22 Oct 2015 BY Heba Shaheed POSTED INPregnancy, Women's Health

New Mums have enough on their plate looking after their new little one. Worrying about the changes in their body can sometimes become a real focus and cause for concern. Changes in the body are very normal and usually temporary. Give your body time to start to feel and look a little more like your o...

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22 Oct 2015 BY Heba Shaheed POSTED INPregnancy, Women's Health
What is normal after having a baby? Part 2

What is normal after having a baby? Part 2

22 Oct 2015 BY Heba Shaheed POSTED INPregnancy, Women's Health

Heba talks about the stuff they don't tell you about being a new mum Last month, $1. We discussed post-partum vaginal bleeding and discharge, abdominal separation, lactation and the baby blues. This month we're going to have a look at what is common after birth, but not normal. **Prolapse** Prolapse...

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29 Sept 2015 BY Katrina Tarrant POSTED INExercise, Physiotherapy
The do’s and dont's of using weights

The do’s and dont's of using weights

29 Sept 2015 BY Katrina Tarrant POSTED INExercise, Physiotherapy

Resistance and weight training Strength or resistance training has many reported benefits, but just picking up any old set of dumbbells or barbells could do you harm. Inappropriate weight, poor postures while exercising and dodgy techniques can all mean possible injury. Throwing your body around, gr...

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26 Sept 2015 BY Katrina Tarrant POSTED INPregnancy, Women's Health
Pregnancy and swelling

Pregnancy and swelling

26 Sept 2015 BY Katrina Tarrant POSTED INPregnancy, Women's Health

Do you feel like your legs are as thick as tree trunks? By Nicky Davies, Massage therapist form TREWellness Centre, Cremorne You may be pregnant, trying to get pregnant or had your baby. It doesn't matter which boat you're in, no doubt you've heard lots of stories about "what to expect when you're p...

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