by Deborah Hunter | Jun 22, 2020 | Balance & Flexibility
Your posture is the most important thing you wear Posture is the position in which we hold our bodies when we are standing, sitting, and moving. Good posture is the optimal or best alignment of your body, with a balance between the strength and tension of the...
by Deborah Hunter | Jun 2, 2020 | Balance & Flexibility
When performed correctly, stretching can increase flexibility and range of motion around your joints, which can improve performance and reduce your risk of injury Static versus dynamic stretching There are two well recognized types of stretching – static and...
by Deborah Hunter | Dec 23, 2019 | Balance & Flexibility
In the last of our four blog series on being trek-ready we take a look at the importance of selecting the right size pack for your adventure and give you some final stretches for before and during your trek. 1. Pack Selection Regarding pack selection –...
by Deborah Hunter | Oct 21, 2019 | Balance & Flexibility
Stretching helps flexibility, improves joint range of movement and reduces risk of injury. Stretching incorrectly can do more harm than good. But what is the best and safest way to stretch? Use these tips to keep stretching safe: Don’t stretch cold...
by Deborah Hunter | Oct 20, 2019 | Balance & Flexibility
Reasons not to skip your stretching routine Flexibility improves your performance in physical activities Basic movement relies on the contraction and expansion of muscle fibers. When muscles are tight and do not have the capacity to lengthen, activities can become...
