RTE Lifestyle Office Yoga
As seen on RTE Lifestyle recently, my tips on how to help yourself when you’re sitting at a desk all day. Yoga instructor Orla Crosse is giving us some moves to do at our desks – without anyone, or everyone, knowing! In my clinical practice as a Chartered Physiotherapist I regularly meet people who are […]
Sports Yoga for Tag Rugby Players.
Despite being a non-contact sport Tag Rugby, is not without injury risk for the players. Sprinting and quick change of movement components of the sport bring with it injury risks for ankles, knees and muscle strains particularly in the hamstrings which act as a decelerator when slowing down from a sprint. This type of injury […]
Benefits of having functional core strength?
If I had a euro every time someone with a back injury said to me: I have a great core, I do sit ups and oblique twists regularly. I’d be a millionaire. In simple terms. muscles have a priority job. Certain muscles are designed to create movement primarily. Others are primarily designed to stabilise and […]
Limerick Performance Yoga Classes.
Starting WEDS 7th Sept. 6 week course. Instructed by Orla, a practicing Chartered Physiotherapist. Weds 9.30am Embody Fitness Castletroy (above Supervalu) Weds 6.30pm Garryowen RFC Dooradoyle INTRODUCTORY OFFER Drop in rate €15 per class, 6 wk course €60 PRE BOOKING ESSENTIAL We are delighted to announce that Chartered Physiotherapist Orla Crosse is starting classes in […]
How long does it take to create a habit?
There’s a theory that it takes 21 days to create a habit. Who doesn’t like the idea that you can change your life in a few weeks? The idea that 3 weeks can change your habits is indeed a myth and a perfect example of the more people say something, especially influencers, the more that […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]