Getting fitter a cautionary tale! I have recently become the owner of a Fitbit (other pedometers are available!). It would be true to say that at the moment I am a tad obsessed with it. The reason I bought it was to try to have an objective measure about my health, heart function and sleep patterns. I honestly think that there … Read More
Asking the right question
I recently had an issue with the central heating. I tried to resolve it myself but had to ask the right question of a professional. After several calls to plumbers (including my brother!) and the boiler manufacturers I had no resolution to the problem. I booked an engineer to come and have a look. After a night sleeping on the … Read More
Chippenham Half Marathon
Come and meet us on Sunday 4th September at theChippenham Sports field grounds. We will be available from 8.30am for advice and treatment to the athletes and their friends and families. The race starts at 9.30am and we have a lull before the competitors start to return. So if you would like some help and advice come on down, Its a … Read More
6 Top Tips for a new exercise regime
Plan what you want to achieve and set goals. Take things steady build up slowly. Stretch after exercise, DO NOT be tempted to miss this out. Your muscles and joints will thank you for it. Keep hydrated before, during and after exercise. Enjoy what you are doing, choose an activity you like and you’ll be more likely to keep it … Read More
Back Pain Facts
An estimated 9,466,000 working days were lost due to work related muscle-skeletal disorder (WRMSD) in 2014/5. WRMSDs represent 40% of all days lost due to work related ill health in Great Britain. 31% of this total are due to back disorders, 2,857,000 days. That is a lot of backache. What causes of Back Pain? Mechanical problems with the back itself … Read More