written by: Nem
Low back pain is one of the most common health complaints. As much as four out of five adults will experience significant low back pain at some point in their lifetime. There are many causes of low back pain, however, the most likely cause of low back pain is muscle or ligament strain and a general lack of movement.
written by: Nem
Prolonged sitting and inactivity has been linked to many health concerns. This includes heart disease, type II diabetes, musculoskeletal issues, loss of muscle mass, fat gain and even the risk of premature death goes up according to certain studies. Considering the current social distancing restrictions due to COVID-19, this is especially relevant as staying home to stay safe, can mean moving less. written by: Nem
There's a saying "Environment is stronger than willpower". No matter how much willpower we have, if the environment is working against us, it will eventually "win" and we will falter in our efforts. written by: Nem
I was inspired to write about this very important topic after recently talking to two of my new clients with a history of stress fractures and menstrual cycle irregularities. These issues are surprisingly common, so I decided to write a blog post about it and hopefully raise some awareness and help other women who are in a similar situation. written by: Nem
When setting up your health and fitness goals, it is essential that you figure out your “why.” We are not talking here about superficial “why” like for example “I want to get healthier” or "I want to lose weight". |