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The benefits of plank

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Why the plank is the best thing you can do this winter for your fitness routine. Planks are great all year around but they are perfect for winter time because they can be easily practiced in-door, they help warm up the body quickly, they are time effective and offer the chance to achieve substantial results […]

Postpartum Recovery

Wondering how you can speed up your postpartum recovery, when is it right to start exercising and how to cope with postnatal depression? We have created a 6 month checklist for you. The transition from pregnancy to postpartum greatly changes the female body and most new mothers are left unsure about what to do to […]

Pilates and yoga during pregnancy

Exercising during pregnancy can provide many health benefits, including increased energy levels, improved muscular strength and increase in cardiovascular fitness. All this helps you prepare for childbirth. Benefits: Increased energy levels Increased core strength which assists in reducing back pain Helps you prepare for childbirth Relaxation and time to yourself Helps you learn to relax […]

Corporate Wellness Programs in Melbourne CBD

Fitness and wellness programs in the workplace have replaced boozy team lunches and Friday night ‘over the bar’ benders. It is time to break the tradition of after-work drinks and replace them with an invigorating corporate Pilates, yoga or fitness class.   Increasing the health and wellness of your staff improves productivity and staff retention […]