Can you Exercise When in Pain?

Can you Exercise When in Pain?

Kris Tynan says YES! It is very hard to summon up the motivation when pain and fatigue are getting you down. But it is Catch-22 – the less you exercise, the worse your condition can become. Kris Tynan It is not unusual for people with chronic conditions like...
Is Exercise like Medicine?

Is Exercise like Medicine?

Kris Tynan says YES! Your brain LOVES exercise! You may have heard of the term ‘neuroplasticity’. The ‘plastic’ part of that word refers to our brain’s incredible ability to reorganise and rewire itself. Research shows that this quality staves off the...
Add value to your walk – it’s easy!

Add value to your walk – it’s easy!

Walking is a great exercise. What could be easier and cheaper than lacing up your shoes and stepping out the front door? By incorporating a few extra exercises along the way, you’ll be adding value with some simple strength and balance training you don’t get with...
Test Your Balance.

Test Your Balance.

All sorts of factors affect balance. And without good balance, the risk of a fall is higher. In most cases poor balance can be improved with regular balance exercises. Try this simple balance test. You’ll soon know if you should be adding balance training to...