Archive for the ‘Health News’ Category
A Bit More About Gyrotonic®
Friday, April 2nd, 2010
Gyrotonic methodology is an exercise system created by Juliu Horvath, an ethnic Hungarian born in Romania. Horvath, who was trained as a ballet dancer, sought asylum in the United States in the 1960s and developed the Gyrotonic system there, after an injured Achilles tendon brought his dance career to a halt. He began to practice yoga, and co-developed a system called “Yoga for Dancers”, with Hilary Cartwright, which eventually evolved into Gyrokinesis.
Gyrotonic exercises employ movements found in swimming, yoga, gymnastics, and tai chi, using specialized equipment developed by Horvath. The system is intended to improve flexibility and balance as well as muscle strength, and to increase overall flexibility, stability and mobility in joints. It has been compared to and contrasted with Pilates, but the Gyrotonic System offers three dimensional, circular movements, that use specific yogic breathing patterns that claim to cleanse, detoxify and rejuvenate the entire body.
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SunFX Spray on Tan – get one while your here!
Wednesday, October 14th, 2009
Yes folks, have your Pilates class or massage and then get a quick Spray On Tan. A lovely sun kissed glow that will last 5 – 10 days and guaranteed not to look orange!! Here’s some information about the product…
SunFX Spray Tan is truly incomparable to anything else on offer in the world today! Take 5 minutes for your spray and then shower in only 2 hours (using SunFx Rapid Solution). You will be left with an unbelievable tan that will continue to darken over the next few hours and last between 5 – 10 days (depending on skin type).
Our exclusive SunFX Spray On Tan is regarded the world over as one of the finest. The unique combination of natural bronzers, highly purified water (aqua) and the approved cosmetic tanning agent DHA produce a truly remarkable tanning result. Our product is unique and clients can be assured that it contains no alcohol, oils, perfumes, parabans or artificial preservatives so it’s great for even the most sensitive skins.
We recommend you cleanse and exfoliate your body with SunFX Body Polish and use our luxurious SunFX Body Wash. Pay attention to rough skin areas like knees, elbows, ankles, heels and the tops of your feet. This will ensure the best possible result from your spray tan by eliminating the top layers of dry and dead skin. It is also best to wax or shave at least 24 hours prior and avoid the use of deodorants, moisturisers, perfume and make-up that may inhibit the effectiveness of the SunFX tanning solution.
It is recommended that you wear loose and comfortable dark clothing when you go to get your spray tan. The SunFX tanning solution will not stain clothing in most cases and any slight rub-off should come out in the wash. However, some staining may occur on some light coloured leather, acrylic or other sensitive fabrics.
The application of the tanning solution takes around 5 minutes and feels touch dry almost immediately. The SunFX Spray tan will develop within the first 2-3 hours. For the best possible results, you should avoid the following within the first 5 hours after application:
• Water
• Saunas / Spas
• Physical Exercise / Sweating
• Swimming
• Tight Fitting Clothing
When getting your Spray on sun tan you may wear as little as you like or a full bathing suit. Most people wear just a G-String but this is a personal choice. All the Spray Tan Technicians are fully trained to operate in a discreet manner and fully respect client confidentially.
Most people can expect their SunFX Spray tan to last for up to 5 to 7 days depending upon your skin type and preparation. Some may even keep their tan for up to 10 days.
Your spray tan can be extended through regular moisturising of one of the following products: SunFX Tan Extender, SunFX Summer’s Secret, SunFX Body Butter or even extend and highlight the tan with our beautiful SunFX Body Shimmer. Order our Tanning Products online or Purchase them from your nearest professional SunFX salon. For your nearest stockist, please use the SunFX salon finder above.
SunFX will, on nearly all skin types, provide an impressive and natural looking tan. In fact in many instances, the result of our Spray Tan can be superior to sun and solarium exposure. So to get your skin looking healthy and tanned make an now.
Diastasis Recti – Separation of the rectus abdominus post partum
Sunday, October 11th, 2009
Sorry for that technical heading – I hope you haven’t run off already! What we are going to talk about here is an issue that often occurs during pregnancy where the stomach muscle that runs the length of the torso (rectus abdominus) can separate and open somewhat like a zipper. This is not necessarily due to weak stomach muscles, in fact some of the fittest women can develop this problem as their stomach muscles are so tight that the separation occurs to make room for the growing uterus. Many factors come into play in developing a diastasis recti. First the hormones circulating during the pregnancy will soften the connective tissue around the abdominals, thus making them more susceptible to stress. Secondly, these muscles are lengthening and loosening to accommodate the growing uterus. A diastasis will usually develop over time, mainly during the third trimester however, it came happen sooner in subsequent (2nd, 3rd etc) pregnancies.
How to tell if you have developed a diastasis? Usually it is very apparent. Whilst still pregnant you might notice a bulge in the abdominal area whenever you raise yourself from a lying position. Occasionally it can be the cause of back pain. You may also notice a near triangular shape to your stomach in the later stages of your pregnancy. Post partum the separation will probably be not so obvious so please check with your doctor before resuming any kind of abdominal work, your instructor here at Tailored Pilates will also be able to help and advise you with this.
The bad news is that many women are not routinely checked for this condition and even when they are they are told there is nothing that can be done about it.
The good news is that this is wrong! The body is an amazing instrument with a fantastic ability to heal itself. There is always something that can be done to fix or improve 99% of problems including this one. At Tailored Pilates we have the knowledge and ability to fix this problem if you are prepared to work at it! Please talk to Ingrida ASAP to get yourself on the road to recovery now!
Other issues that can and should be looked at and set on the road to recovery as soon as possible after the birth are: Separation of the pubis symphasis and Cesarean Section recovery.