Could your Glutes be Having a Snooze?

  It’s pretty clear that a sedentary lifestyle isn’t the best for our bodies. Did you know inactivity is likely putting your glutes to sleep? Your glutes are the largest and most powerful muscle group in the body. They are primarily responsible for hip extension (2). They are also very important in the role of…

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The Perils and Panaceas of Sedentation

Photo credit: http://www.fitnesshealthzone.com/healthy-living/harmful-effects-of-physical-inactivity/ The Dangers of a Sedentary Lifestyle & Examples of How to Overcome It Wake up. Get ready for work. Sit in the car during traffic for 45 minutes. Arrive at work. Sit at desk, check emails and do some work. Move to conference room and yawn your way through an hour-long meeting.…

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Walk Your Way to Wellness – The Benefits of Walking

If you want to add a few years to your lifespan, set aside 20 to 25 minutes for a daily walk. This simple habit, which can also arguably be one of the most enjoyable parts of your day, has been found to trigger an anti-ageing process and even help repair old DNA.[1] Individuals who engage…

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Do’s & Don’ts for a Healthy Immune System

With the recent coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, many people are concerned about staying healthy and maintaining a healthy immune system. Doing so can benefit your body and boost your defenses against viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens. In this article we outline the “Don’t” and “Do’s” of boasting your immune system to help your body stay strong…

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8 TIPS FROM A CHIROPRACTOR FOR GARDENING

Many of our Chirobalance members love gardening in their sparetime. Whether it is for growing veges or having beautiful flowers it can be very thereapeutic. However planting seeds, adding compost and pulling weeds can be very much like a gym workout and lead to injury and back pain. Check out these handy tips below to…

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GET READY FOR THE SKI SEASON

Winter has approached and with it comes the ski season. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, it is important to be prepared before you hit the slopes. Skiing can leave your body in rough shape if you are not properly equipped. Can skiing cause back pain? As anyone who hits the slopes regularly…

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ARTHRITIS

Arthritis is the single biggest cause of disability in New Zealand and more than 500,000 New Zealanders will be affected by it at some point during their lifetime. It is an umbrella term used to refer to a number of different musculoskeletal conditions involving inflammation of joints that in turn causes pain, stiffness, disability and deformity. Such effects may be having a significant impact on your daily life but there are natural measures you can take to reduce symptom severity or prevent disease progression.

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