Five Wrist Exercises to Help Increase Strength and Flexibility
Our wrists and hands are constantly being used daily. On our computers, iPADS, or tablets and using a mouse to scroll on the screen. And do not forget texting and the use of our cell phones. Unfortunately, wrists are often overlooked as an area that should get...
3 REALLY GOOD REASONS WHY VITAMIN B3 IS IMPORTANT
There are many vitamins and minerals required for proper functioning of our human bodies. Vitamin B3 is extremely important for three good reasons. Read below to find out! Energy Metabolism: Vitamin B3 is crucial in the process of converting foot into energy for our...
The Importance of Calcium for the Human Body
There are many minerals that are important for the function of the human body. One such mineral is calcium! Below are five reasons why calcium is good for your body. Not surprisingly, calcium plays a fundamental role in maintaining strong and healthy bones. It is a...
Brain development from infant to toddler to childhood.
The process by which our brain grows is called neurodevelopment. The connections that form allow us to learn, think and interact with the world around us. Neurodevelopment begins in the womb and continues throughout childhood and into adolescence. Let us take a...
Three Reasons to use a SIJ Belt in Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a time of great change for the female body, both biomechanically and chemically. The use of a sacroiliac joint (SIJ) belt can be beneficial. Below are three reasons for the use of a SIJ belt in pregnancy. Pain Relief and Support: Unfortunately, during...
Top Five Elbow Exercises to Help Heal Tendonitis
It is important to note that elbow tendonitis can be related to other areas in the body. Such as issues at the wrist or shoulder or the opposite side of the body such as the knee. It is beneficial to seek individual help for you issue from a qualified healthcare...
Three Reasons Vitamin D is Important for Your Child’s Growing Body
Many people understand the importance of having adequate amounts of vitamin D. It is especially important for people living in the Northern hemisphere of the planet since there is less sunlight during the winter months. Vitamin D is important for many different parts...
THREE REASONS WHY PLAY IS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR CHILD
Play is a vital part of a child’s life, and it supports their physical, emotional, and cognitive growth. Below are three reasons why play is important for each of these points. Physical and Motor Skills: Active play is crucial for physical development of gross and...
Five Post-Natal Yoga Exercises to Help Improve your Fitness Again!
After giving birth it is important to focus on regaining strength, stability and flexibility while considering the unique needs of each individual postpartum body. Below are five exercises to help improve fitness post-pregnancy. 1. Pelvic Tilts: • Purpose: This...
Three Great Exercises to Help Rehab Your Ankle after a Sprain
Our feet and ankles become secondary by nature because we walk. Then we may ‘roll’ our ankle or end up in an accident and we realize how much we take for granted the fact that we do walk and often we walk without any pain. Making sure we have proper alignment of our...
Three Reasons Why Vitamin B12 is Important for your Body
Everyone hears about taking vitamins. The question is, what do they help our bodies with? Last month I reviewed vitamin B6. Today I am reviewing vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 gets a lot attention. Three important reasons why are: energy production and metabolism, helping...
Three Exercises to help heal Diastasis Recti
Diastasis recti is a condition where the abdominal muscles have separated. It is important to choose exercises that help strengthen the abdominal muscles without putting too much stress on the midline. Here are three exercises that can be beneficial for diastasis...
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