Exciting News. New Midweek Limerick Class.
Hi guys, I’m delighted to bring you this exciting news! Performance Yoga will be starting 2 new morning yoga classes in Limerick from Sept. Wednesdays Mornings. First class TBA 7/7.30am, for those of you who want your mobility session before working early. Second class TBA 9.30am/10am. for those with flexitime! Location: Castletroy!! Near an amazing […]
Breathing Mechanics and Your Body’s Movement.
‘Take a deep breath’ how often have you told yourself to do that? We often do it without even realising. Why? Because the body is actually quite good at self-regulating vital organs if it thinks patterns are outside normal ranges (eg heart rate). That’s a huge reason to increase your oxygen intake. However, taking […]
Why you might not be seeing the results you expect from stretching.
This article was recently published on RTE Lifestyle. http://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2016/0530/791945-why-stretching-may-not-be-working-for-you/ Why stretching may not be working for you. After almost a decade of working as a Chartered Physiotherapist with sports teams and individual athletes, I can give you some interesting information about stretching and reasons for why you might not be getting the results you expect. Let’s […]
Charity Yoga Class.
THANK YOU SO MUCH for your generous donations at our recent Charity Yoga Class held Monday 13th June in Clonmel. You raised a whopping €210. The proceeds were divided between 2 worthy and local causes: Fei Sheehy Challenge http://www.feisheehychallenge.net/ Robert Downey Wish To Walk https://www.facebook.com/Robert-Downey-Wish-To-Walk-170433…/ Thanks to all who could make it and a heartfelt […]
Why does Yoga Make Everything Feel Better?
Exercise, or any sort of physical activity makes everything feel good. In this fabulous weather, being outdoors, and a little more active than normal, is a recipe for happiness. It’s very rare we come home from a walk, run or gym session and regret going. Even 15-20 minutes of exercise makes me feel like I’ve […]
Shoulder Pain Update.
I attended a great course and workshop with Associate Professor Karen Ginn, from the University of Sydney, recently. The course was held in the Leinster Rugby camp at UCD. What a set up! Research is showing that specific, prescribed and tailored EXERCISE is: More effective than no shoulder treatment More effective than standard physiotherapy (i.e. […]
Recovering from injury? What should be going on in your rehabilitation package.
Rehabilitation Principles for Physiotherapists. There are seven principles of rehabilitation; principles are the foundation upon which rehabilitation is based. Avoid aggravation Timing Compliance Individualization Specific sequencing Intensity Total patient A: Avoid aggravation. It is important not to aggravate the injury during the rehabilitation process. Therapeutic exercise, if administered incorrectly or without good judgment, has the […]
20 min Easy Yoga Sequence
I took a little break from classes recently. Basically taking my own advice of finding balance, listening to my body etc 🙂 One of the things I felt I needed a break from was physically doing yoga poses! During classes and working as a Physio I know I was taking myself to the edge of […]
The benefits of: Wide Legged Forward Bend.
Prasarita Padottasana / Wide Legged Standing Forward Bend is a great pose for many reasons. Benefits: Adductor (groin area) and hamstring muscle length and strength. Core strength. Cues: Step your feet wide apart so that your ankles are approximately underneath the wrists of your outstretched arms. Point your feet forwards. Place your hands on your […]
The benefits of: Side Reclining Leg Lift.
Anantasana / Side reclining Leg Lift. Benefits: Hip mobility, balance, core strengthener, circulation boost for legs! Cues: Lie on your right side. Right leg is now supporting your balance on the ground. Press actively through your right heel, and use the outside of the right foot to keep you stable. Bend your right elbow and […]