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Just n Motion • Balance your way through Winter

June 21, 2017
Just ‘n Motion • Balance your way through Winter

WINTER…that one word that has the ability to disrupt our training routines. However, let us try and beat the winter bug by heating up your exercise program by introducing an awesome exercise modality which is now is known as PROPRIOCEPTION. So what is proprioception or more commonly known as balance? It’s the ability to sense stimuli arising within the body regarding position, motion, and equilibrium. Even if a person is blindfolded, he or she knows through proprioception if an arm is above the head or hanging by the side of the body. People who have good body Biomechanics have the…

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Just n Motion • How to Stretch like an athlete

April 10, 2017
Just n Motion • How to stretch like an athlete

Exercise greetings from Just n Motion! This month we are going to focus on How to stretch and prepare your joints and muscles for running and prior to physical activity – Pro-Athlete-style Some of you may find yourselves in the dark about stretching so let’s start with the answer to a few basic questions I get asked frequently: What is Stretching? Stretching is  a physical activity that involves the movement of a joint into a biomechnical position that improves the flexibility of the muscle as well as the eccentric/ lengthening component of the muscle. Why is stretching important? Stretching is the…

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Just n Motion • Let’s celebrate running

March 9, 2017
Just n Motion • Celebrate running

Exercise greetings from Just n Motion It’s time to celebrate running, experienced runners, novice runners and all of you out there that aspire to improve your running! Running is a sport which is enjoyed by many an idividual and athlete around the world. In fact, it’s one of the most popular forms of exercise out there! Why run?  Running can be personal or enjoyed in a social environment Progress can be tracked easily by measuring time and distance No equipment is needed, so whether you are on holiday or in your standard working routine, all you need is your running shoes…

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