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‘Healthy human movement exploration through the disciplines of Pilates, Exercise Physiology and Remedial Massage.’

This blog is a space where I like to explore, learn and ‘do good’. I hope to be able to share my thoughts in a way that is accessible for all those with an interest in health and movement. Thanks for reading, Warwick…

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The physical activity health paradox

Posted on April 24, 2020 by Movement Health in Exercise Physiology, Just saying..

A construction worker using a concrete saw.

Physical activity is one of the best things an individual can do to improve their health and using this rationale conventional thinking may suggest that having a physically demanding occupation therefore contributes positively to health. It is not unusual for people who work in industries such as the building trades to think that the physical …read more

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Injury Prevention and Exercise

Sports injuries are injuries that occur during participation in sport or general exercise. They typically affect the various tissues of the musculoskeletal system such as the muscles, tendons, ligamentous structures, and bones. Sports injuries can be classified as acute or ...read more

An image of a therapist performing a knee assessment.

Knee Meniscus Injuries

What is the meniscus? Meniscus are crescent shaped fibrocartilaginous structures that are located between the femur (thigh bone) and tibia (shin bone), they are located within the knee joint (tibiofemoral joint) and are attached to the joint capsule at the ...read more

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Another New Year’s goal setting post…

So, it’s that time of the year, it’s early 2023 and people start to talk about or commit to resolutions that involve developing healthier habits. So, what’s a habit? A habit is an automatic behaviour that can be developed intentionally ...read more

Cover of Physical Culture magazine showing a female doing the squat exercise.

The ‘Culture’ in the Physical Culture Movement – part II

A few years ago, I wrote about the ‘culture’ in Physical Culture (learn more here) and explored ideas such as the Romantic thinking of the late 1700-early 1800’s and how Physical Culture was more than moving/strengthening bodies and expanded into ...read more