by Stephanie | Jan 9, 2024 | Blog
2024 is the year to prioritise your pelvic floor and help prevent future problems! The pelvic floor is not strengthened by general exercise – this means you need to know how to activate the muscles and strengthen them specifically. The pelvic floor muscles are...
by Liz | Dec 17, 2023 | Blog
There is good research showing that as we get older, consistent exercise helps slow down some of the problems that may be associated with ageing process. That’s because exercise has benefits for all the systems in our bodies. It even helps stimulate the brain and...
by Liz | Dec 17, 2023 | Blog
We’ve put together a few simple dietary suggestions to help with changing nutritional needs as we we get older. Protein Protein helps build muscle, and is essential for the repair and maintenance of body tissues. As we age (and changes begin from the age of 25!)...
by Liz | Aug 31, 2023 | Blog
February 25th 2024 The Kapiti Women’s Triathlon is open to women of all ages and fitness levels. It doesn’t matter if you’re a first timer or gym fit – there are options to suit everyone. You can enter as an individual or as a team, and you can...
by Stephanie | Aug 30, 2023 | Blog
If you want to run or do other high impact exercise as soon as possible after the birth of your baby, there are a few things you need to be wary of. High impact exercise postnatally has been found to increase the risk of pelvic floor dysfunction nearly five-fold,...
by Stephanie | Aug 30, 2023 | Blog
When can I exercise like “normal” after having a baby? Pregnancy and delivery (vaginal or Caesarian Section) affect your body in a way that takes well over 6 weeks to recover from. The 6 week clearance to exercise from your GP is not enough! Birthing people need...
