One of the best exercises you can do to strengthen your core is the basic plank. Having a strong core is very important to support your lower back, hips and pelvis. If its been a while since you’ve done much training especially weight based training you might find your lower back can get a bit sore with certain movements which … Read More
Posture Tip: How to avoid rounded shoulders
Sitting, computer work and excess screen time are significant factors in developing an unattractive rounded shoulder posture. Several muscles are prone to developing trigger points and shortening when you stand or sit with your head and neck bent forward for long periods of time. The posterior neck muscles and the pecs start to shorten and get tight and sore. This … Read More
Are you Over Training your Abs?
There is no doubt that people are crazy about abs these days! Magazines, diets and workout programmes all emphasise the good old six pack. Unfortunately like any muscle in the body you can over train the abdominals, especially the superficial rectus abdominis muscle. Constantly flexing the abs with sit ups and crunches can have an effect on how the rest … Read More
Chiropractor in Brisbane CBD
Dr Miki Humphrey is a qualified Chiropractor in Brisbane CBD. Miki established her Brisbane CBD Chiropractic Clinic with the aim of helping Brisbane City workers look after their bodies. Miki’s passion is helping people through chiropractic, exercise and healthy lifestyle. This approach to healing and health assists her patients to function at their best in a natural and holistic way. … Read More
CrossFit.. A Chiropractors Perspective
CrossFit is a popular exercise trend that seems to be here to stay. Because of its rapid rise in popularity and unique training methods it has attracted a lot of both good and bad publicity. Generally speaking the medical profession and musculoskeletal therapists tend to warn against CrossFit and there is good reason for that as there is a definite … Read More
Q and A with A Brisbane Personal Trainer Ritchie
Q: How long have you been a PT at Elizabeth Street Fitness First? A: I started here at Elizabeth street when the club opened just over 4 years ago now. Q: What is your training philosophy? A: My training philosophy would be “Train With Purpose” identify what exactly it is that you want to achieve from your body and train … Read More
How to get stronger glutes with Barefoot Training
Did you know that strengthening the small muscles of the feet can lead to a 200% increase in the speed of glute contraction? I did a very interesting course with the Evidence Based Fitness Academy at the start of the year and learnt some great tips for strengthening the feet to help increase glute and core activation. Increased contraction of … Read More
Review: TRX Training
About 3 years ago I discovered some TRX suspension straps in my gym. I had never used them before and wasn’t really sure how to incorporate them into my training. At the time I was really into CrossFit and weight lifting so I didn’t think that TRX training would be tough enough for me. Turns out I was wrong!!! The … Read More
High Intensity Interval Training vs Chronic Cardio
High intensity interval training (HIIT) is very popular right now and for good reason. HIIT training is a different way to structure cardio sessions. Rather than going for a long slow run/bike or swim these are shorter sessions with a combination of short, intense sprints followed by recovery periods. This type of training gets away from the traditional long, slow … Read More
Should I do Yoga or Pilates?
A common question I get asked from my chiropractic patients is if yoga or pilates is the right form of exercise for them. This is a really good question and I think that a lot of people don’t understand the differences between them. In general most people can benefit from both yoga and pilates but if you are wanting to … Read More