by Tracy Ward | Jul 1, 2022 | Blog Updates, Fitness, Health & wellbeing, Lifestyle, Pilates
We could all do with a little time to slow down and focus on ourselves, I’m sure! That’s why I host regular Pilates and Wellness retreat events. The perfect time to do some Pilates at a local Aberdeen venue, provide some me time and socialise with like-minded...
by Tracy Ward | Apr 30, 2021 | Blog Updates, Lifestyle, Pilates
The end of this week see’s the start of my official maternity leave from my physio job and Freshly Centered! I say this lightly as running your own business means you are never “off”, and even more so since the past year has meant my business has...
by Tracy Ward | Apr 16, 2021 | Blog Updates, Pilates, Prenatal
The gym ball is a great piece of equipment to support your workouts during pregnancy. As pregnancy develops, exercises lying on your back are not advised, and often sitting positions on the floor can become uncomfortable. The gym ball offers additional versatility in...
by Tracy Ward | Apr 9, 2021 | Blog Updates, Pilates
A Pilates practise is a dynamic and varied matwork practise, but the use of the small props can significantly modify your workout! Whether you want to make the exercises easier, harder, or just mix things up, the props can keep your mat time challenging, supported,...
by Tracy Ward | Feb 26, 2021 | Blog Updates, Fitness, Health & wellbeing, Pilates
Runners are often exposed to repetitive movements and strains on the body. This predominantly leads to lower body injuries, but these can then transpire to the lower back too. Low back pain in runners is often unlikely a serious pathology, but due to an imbalance in...
by Tracy Ward | Feb 19, 2021 | Blog Updates, Health & wellbeing, Pilates
Non-specific low back pain refers to low back pain without a specific explanation or structural damage source. It can affect up to 80% of the population and can alter quality of life. So how can the back get so painful without a proper injury? There are many...
