The goPhysio Journey
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by Fiona
3y ago
This year see’s us celebrate our 20th year as a business! With restrictions being lifted, we hope that that means we can really celebrate! So many of our patients have been with us from the start, it’s amazing how they’ve moved with us on our journey. For those that are newer to us, here’s a little more abut us and where we’ve come from! goPhysio is a truly local, family run business – no big corporates, no major hoops to jump through, no unnecessary red tape. You’ll find an honest team of professionals who truly care about you. We exist to help local people live a healthy, acti ..read more
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Rosie: My Pilates Reformer Journey
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by Fiona
3y ago
Rosie has recently completed her APPI Reformer Pilates training. She shares a few of her thoughts here on why she embarked on the training and what she loves about Reformer. “I wanted to continue my pilates training journey by doing reformer training as it adds new outlook on pilates and a great follow on from the Matwork series. The training was over 3 weekends and they were all equally challenging on the brain and the body! I would be lying if I said I didn’t ache for a few days after each weekend. I found it interesting to find out how different it was from the mat-work series. It’s also g ..read more
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Pilates Exercise of the Day: Side Kick in Kneeling
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by Fiona
3y ago
We regularly like to share with you a different Pilates exercise to practice and focus on, as recommended by one of our Pilates Instructors. Today, Rosie recommends Side Kick in Kneeling. “This exercises is a great progression of side kick in laying, it helps to engage the core and gluteal muscles working them in an abducted position against gravity. I like this exercises because it also challenges core and shoulder stability.” Start in high knelling. Have your knees hip-distance apart. Be long through the spine and neck. Arms long beside the body. Breath in to prepare. Breath out and sh ..read more
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Pilates at Home: New Shop!
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by Fiona
3y ago
We’re delighted to have teamed up with the APPI, to bring you some fantastic Pilates equipment, accessories and clothing, to help you get the most from doing your Pilates at home! The APPI are world leading providers of Pilates training, their approach has become recognised as the industry leader in safe and effective Pilates exercises. Click here to access the online Pilates shop! Here’s a few of our favourite pieces of equipment. We use a range of these items and many others during our online classes. But you’ll find a whole host of equipment, including mats, Pilates socks & soft Pilate ..read more
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Pilates Exercise of the Day: Shoulder Bridge Level 2
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by Fiona
3y ago
We regularly like to share with you a different Pilates exercise to practice and focus on, as recommended by one of our Pilates Instructors. Today, Roz recommends Shoulder Bridge Level 2. The is an excellent exercise incorporating both mobility and strength elements.  The roll up into the bridge position addresses segmental movement and control of the spine, working both the deep abdominal muscles and the glutes.  These muscles are then challenged to a higher level by lifting one leg from the floor whilst maintaining a level pelvis and spinal position. By rolling up and down bet ..read more
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Waiting for NHS Care?
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by Fiona
3y ago
The NHS has been under unimaginable pressure for almost 10 months now. Whilst those in the front line and emergency care have had to shift much of their focus to saving lives of those with Coronavirus, waiting lists for other services and care have been growing. Recent headline news has included startling facts such as: There was a record 4.46 million on the waiting list for routine treatment, including knee and hip operations More than 192,000 have waited more than one year – in February, before the pandemic started, the figure stood at 1,600 On top of this, GP surgeries are now coming toge ..read more
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Service Focus: Exercise Rehabilitation
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by Fiona
3y ago
What is exercise Rehabilitation? There are many definitions of exercise rehabilitation, however they all share the same common goal. This is to help restore optimal function within the shortest time possible with minimal risk of re-injury. Absolute rest may relieve symptoms in the short-term, however this will lead to decreased tolerance to exercise and increased risk of future injury.   Benefits of Exercise Rehabilitation post-injury   When injuries occur to muscle, ligament or bone, the body is a great healer by laying down new tissue. However, the new tissue created is n ..read more
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Returning to Physical Activity after COVID-19
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by Fiona
3y ago
The British Medical Journal (BMJ) has just published their latest research findings with advice about returning to physical activity after COVID-19. The BMJ have produced very clear guidance for health professionals to use when advising how to safely return to physical activity. Before embarking on any physical activity, you should be symptom free for 7 days. If you suffered from any of the following issues during your COVID-19 illness, you should be referred to a local specialist COVID-19 rehab service and/or have further specialist support. Required hospital treatment. Had cardiac symptoms ..read more
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Pilates Exercise of the Day: Leg Pull in Prone
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by Fiona
3y ago
We regularly like to share with you a different Pilates exercise to practice and focus on, as recommended by one of our Pilates Instructors. Today, Francesca recommends Leg Pull in Prone. This is a great exercise  which works many different areas of your body. These include your shoulders, abdominals and will also help to increase the stability and strength through your wrists. It is a surprisingly hard exercise to master however, it can be broken down into smaller exercises. First off practice hovering your knees off the mat and then progress to transferring your weight fo ..read more
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Better Health for 2021
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by Fiona
3y ago
Public Health England have just launched a brand new campaign, towards better health. They want to help feeling better and getting healthier simple. Small and simple changes today could be your first step towards a healthier you. And it’s never been so important to invest in your health. Whether you want to lose weight, quit smoking, get active or boost your mood, take the first step today. Visit the Better Health website for free advice and support. Let’s do this! Physical activity Why should I get active? Being active is good for your mind and body. Every minute of activity counts ..read more
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