Pelvic Floor Health
SARCOPENIA: THE SILENT MUSCLE THIEF
As we age, most of us expect to slow down a little. But what about if that slowing down is more about muscle loss than simply getting older? Sarcopenia, often called the "silent muscle thief", is a condition many people have not heard of– but it is something we all...
The Inner Ear, Balance, and the Lower Leg:
Did you know your ears and legs are in constant communication? It might sound strange, but your inner ear and lower leg work together like an invisible balancing act. When one struggles– whether from ageing, hearing loss, or chemotherapy– the other has to work even...
Smoothie Power:
Homemade smoothies aren't just trendy– they're a great and delicious way to boost your nutrient intake, manage weight, and support your body during challenging times, like cancer treatment. Packed with vitamins, minerals, fibre, and protein, smoothies can be easily...
Thriving After Breast Cancer:
A Journey of Strength: A Breast Cancer Survivor’s Story of Courage, Faith, and Recovery Introduction Breast cancer changes lives in profound ways. Today, I’m honoured to share the story of a remarkable woman who has faced this journey with grace, strength, and...
Stronger Foundations:
Pelvic floor therapy is a crucial yet often overlooked component of mens health, particularly in those preparing for or recovering from prostate cancer treatments. Engaging in pelvic floor muscle exercises both before and after treatments can significantly enhance...
Integrative Therapies in Cancer Care:
In recent years, there has been a significant shift in how we approach cancer treatment. Many patients are now embracing integrative therapies–formerly referred to as alternative or complementary therapies–to support their conventional medical treatments. This...
Breaking the Cycle:
The Weight of Life: My Battle with Obesity I think for most of my twenties, my weight was manageable and probably even in my thirties–I would gain a stone or two, then lose it fairly quickly. It was much harder as I approached 40 and beyond and have been a slimming...
The Pelvic Floor beginners guide
The pelvic floor - A beginner guideAlthough you can’t see your pelvic floor muscles, they are an important group of muscles that helpto support or hold up parts inside your pelvis.You could think of them as a hammock or even better a trampoline at the bottom of your...
Pelvic Floor Muscle Training
Pelvic Floor Muscles Training: "Common mistakes that could slow down or undermine your progress". "Did you know that studies have found that when healthy women were tested on their ability to engage their pelvic floor, 30% were unable to contract their pelvic floor...
Yoga For Pelvic Girdle Pain
The Balanced Space is a Women's Yoga Studio in the Suffolk Town of Haverhill. Sarah Louise McCallum is the founder and Creator of Balanced Mamas Pregnancy Yoga and Postnatal Yoga. Pelvic Girdle Pain is one of the most common complaints during pregnancy and can be...