Have a heart
More than 175,000 New Zealanders live with some form of heart condition, and almost 10,000 people die from cardiovascular disease each year. Almost a quarter of those deaths are avoidable, according to the New Zealand Heart Foundation, which has for more than four years been lobbying for a national heart health action plan. […]
A benchmark in braces: Orthodontix
In just a few short years, the astounding and technologically brilliant LightForce braces are the new standard in orthodontics. Quickly recognised by the American Association of Orthodontics with an Innovator Award in 2022, Christchurch Specialist Orthodontist, Dr Ronald M. Sluiter, of OrthodontiX, also brought LightForce to his Christchurch clinics. Entirely personalised, fixed, and […]
Getting back to work: Enableworks
Returning to full work duties and productivity after an accident on the job or illness can be a difficult and slow process. Many factors might be involved – ongoing physical pain or restricted movement; psychosocial factors such as rapid technological changes or demanding deadlines causing mental distress, depression and lowered self-esteem – all […]
Prioritise your pelvis: Muscle People
Pelvic Health. What exactly is that, you may be thinking? Or maybe you have an idea, but aren’t sure. Certainly, it’s an area of healthcare that has previously been overlooked, or even worse, misunderstood. The reality is that pelvic disorders can affect women, men, and children. Pelvic health encompasses a wide range of […]
At the gym
Regular workouts are a major part of many people’s lives. Here are some suggestions from Quest Nutrition on how to maximise time and effort at the gym. Fuel your success: Nutrition plays a pivotal role in achieving peak performance. Discover the art of balanced eating, ensuring you get the right mix of macronutrients […]
Work it baby, work it
Exercise is one of the best ways to boost your heart health and overall wellbeing. What you might ask is the right amount and type of exercise? As with many things, the answer depends on goals, abilities, and limitations. Some people stack a visit to the gym on their way to work, others […]
Habit stacking
If you want to start a new habit and make it stick, stack it on to a regular existing routine so it becomes something you do automatically. New York Times #1 best-selling author James Clear redefined how to build better habits with his 2023 book Atomic Habits. James, with insight from a 2007 […]
Science-based skincare
The term ‘skincare’ hit record highs on social media as a trend in 2023, and the popularity encouraged many brands, new and old, to jump on to the bandwagon creating skincare products. Thankfully, science is becoming the number one driver in skincare. Rightfully so, our skin deserves the best possible care, and noticeably […]
Core blimey
Let’s face it, we’ve all had a sore back at some stage, and finding the time for a professional massage can be a pain in itself. Metropol’s Gadget Guru Ian Knott puts one home solution to the test. So you had a productive weekend in the garden, stacked the firewood, or dashed around […]
Perfectly positioned Pilates practice: Studio Pilates
Taking Pilates methodology to a new state-of-the-art wellness concepts level, and combining high-end studio chic with vibrant energy, is Studio Pilates, affectionately answering to: ‘Life’s too short for ordinary workouts’ as its mantra. This elegant hard-wood floor studio, in the heart of Merivale is single-handedly creating a happy, motivated community of Pilates enthusiasts […]
