Serves 2, Prep; 10 mins plus 1 hour chill, Cook; 15 mins What you need: 2 salmon fillets (125g each) 100g quinoa, cooked 1 zucchini 1/2 tbsp. olive oil 1 garlic clove, crushed 70g sundried tomatoes, rinsed, chopped Salmon Marinade: 2 tbsp. tamari 1/2 tbsp. olive oil 1/2 tsp. paprika 1/2 tsp. hot paprika 1 […]
Incorporating strength/resistance training into our daily lives As we age, we naturally begin to experience some reduction in lean muscle mass, strength and function, a process known as sarcopenia. Strength training, also known as weight or resistance training is highly beneficial to everyone because it helps build strength, stability, endurance, preserves bone density and builds […]
Lessons from working in high performance sport Having worked within high performance sport in the UK, the pressures on young, promising athletes to reach their full potential is immense and can lead to extra physical as well as emotional stress, especially where injury is concerned. I’ve seen it on many occasions where an injury occurs and […]
By Chris Smith Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome (GTPS) is a condition characterised by pain and tenderness on the outer aspect of the hip, specifically around the bony prominence called the greater trochanter. It can significantly impact an individual's daily activities and quality of life. In this blog, we will explore the symptoms of GTPS, discuss […]
In today's fast-paced world, maintaining good posture often takes a back seat. However, it is crucial to recognise that good posture plays a significant role in our overall health and wellbeing. In this post, we will delve into the importance of good posture to highlight the positive impact it can have on various aspects of our […]
Happy Mother’s Day! By Renée Malyon It is known to be one of the hardest things you will ever do in your life…do you ever feel completely ready for it?…many women say no. Motherhood is a ‘rite of passage’ as some call it; a truly life changing event. Here at Auckland Physiotherapy, we want to […]
It’s Just a Headache Written by Robyn Atkinson Headache is considered one of the most common disorders globally, however most headache sufferers do not seek treatment. Instead, they rely on over the counter medication to ease their pain - sometimes for many years without end. Unfortunately pain medication only masks the pain, with the underlying […]
Movement Therapy by Mira Boeyens Should I be doing yoga or pilates, is one superior over the other… and what is actually the difference between the two? Firstly, both yoga and pilates is for everyone, from complete beginners to advanced gurus. However, there are some differences that’s noteworthy, especially if you are recovering from an […]
Calf muscle strains are one of the most common lower limb muscle injuries in addition to hamstring and groin strains. They occur commonly in sports which involve high-speed running or high volumes of running and acceleration and deceleration forces, although they can also occur in the general population with less intense activity. It is unsurprising […]
