10,000 steps per day and its benefits
by Cassie Hovey
Steps in the sand
Tag: Exercise
Osteoporosis and Exercise
by Cassie Hovey
Osteoporosis is when the bones are weaker than desired. Bone Mineral Density is a rating of bone strength. Bone mineral density tests are completed like an x-ray, to assess bone strength and risk of future fractures. The picture taken is compared to normative data (other people of the same age and gender). Osteoporosis can be halted and even reversed through exercise.
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Exercise
by Cassie Hovey
Polycystic ovary syndrome affects 5-10% of 18-44-year-old females. An exercise physiologist is commonly sought for advice regarding exercise in relation to Polycystic ovary syndrome and related health conditions. I want to discuss exercise and its benefits related to a PCOS diagnosis.
Hypertension and Exercise
by Cassie Hovey
In 2017-18, one in every 10 Australians reporting having high blood pressure, otherwise known as hypertension. Hypertension put simply, is an increase of forces in the artery walls. Both genetic and lifestyle factors can influence the risk of diagnosis. Here, we are going to discuss hypertension and how to start an exercise program. You cannot change who you are, but these can increase your … Read More Hypertension and Exercise
Tennis Elbow – Part 2
by Cassie Hovey
If you are here, I am assuming you have read the previous blog on tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis and here to read part 2. Your symptoms have been reduced, or those exercises previously mentioned are too easy, and you are now ready to take the next step.
Ankle Sprain
by Cassie Hovey
Ankle sprains are incredibly common and the rehabilitation protocol is often stopped once running is resumed if at all. I want to show you some easy exercises that can be implemented after an ankle sprain or ways to avoid a sprain all together.