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We are now living in challenging and uncertain times.  What we can and can't do keeps changing and our "normal" keeps being redefined.  For most people the prospect of now working from home, managing a family and whilst still keeping some degree of routine is getting harder and harder.

At Vision PT, we know life isn't always easy. We want to show you what 2020 can look like for you if you make small, achievable steps every single day

Stress occurs when you perceive that demands placed on you - such as work, school or relationships - exceed your ability to cope. Some stress can be beneficial at times, producing a boost that provides the drive and energy to help people get through situations like exams or work deadlines. However, an extreme amount of stress can have health consequences, affecting the immune, cardiovascular and neuroendocrine and central nervous systems, and take a severe emotional toll.

When asked about goals, very often the answer is "I just want to get fit, or feel strong", and that is great because the person has acknowledged that a change needs to be made and they are not happy with where they are currently with fitness.

We know that emerging out of the cold months of Winter can be tough, let Vision PT give you 5 top healthy tips as we move into Spring.

As we are all probably aware, the Health and Fitness Industry has been around for a very long time.  We could go all the way back to the ancient Greek times (2500-200bc) where medical practitioners such as Herodicus and Hippocrates believed that development of the body was just as important as development of the mind, and as studies have shown us these days, completing regular exercise is also a great stimulant for the brain, leading to better memory function and focus. 

A strong core is essential for all aspects of life and health, and at all ages.   The biggest problem is we tend to work on what we think is the core and miss the mark, both where the core actually is and how best to work it.  This doesn't stop with our abs or even the muscles around our stomach. It is throughout the trunk of our body into our legs.  The following will help you locate and engage your core, help you to work it to it's potential, and then some example of the most effective exercises. 

Post-pregnancy bounce back can be a daunting feat to achieve, particularly with a busy schedule. Let Vision PT show you how you can bounce back today!

Studies show that even independent of food-laden winter holidays.