A little about our nervous system We hear a lot about our Sympathetic Nervous system – which is our “flight & fight” response. Our heart rate goes up, we get narrow focus, blood supply moves into our arms and legs so we are ready to run from a predator! A worthy system, but in todays […]

Q. When can I do exercise once I have given birth? It depends, there are many factors to consider when it comes to returning to a safe movement practice. Firstly what kind of birth you had is a factor, intervention required, your recovery, current pain and energy levels all need to be taken into consideration. […]

An Osteopaths approach to Acute Knee Management

Why the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda is relevant to us all today Ayurveda is a simple and practical holistic healing system with principles that stem from ancient scriptures, known as Vedas, dating back more than 5000 years in India.  Some of you may have heard of the universal intelligences of vata, pitta and kapha – […]

A very indulgent meal, made that little bit better for you! My favourite low-carb alternative is cabbage, and I’ve used shredded cabbage in this recipe as a replacement for the traditional rice noodles. Of course, if you are making this meal for family and friends you can still incorporate rice noodles into the occasion, but […]

Christmas. It’s my favourite time of the year! It’s a time for family, friends, warm summers day, big feast and the occasional toast with a glass of bubbly. But it’s also the hardest time of the year for most people, when it comes to keep their healthy habits. Routines go out the window and we […]

Q: Can I do classes at The A Life if I am pregnant? It depends on the class and your previous experience with us. Here at The A Life we have the following guidelines: If you are new to our studio; We allow you to start your movement journey with Clinical Pilates and our Wednesdays […]

There’s no denying the importance of quality skin care and a diligent skin care routine. But what if I told you that being mindful about what goes on your skin is only part of the solution? Just as our skin absorbs nutrients (and toxins!) from the outside world, it is also an outward expression of […]

I learnt this recipe from my friend Nicole Joy, and absolutely love how you can make an already amazing elixer even more upgraded! Firstly incorporating more Turmeric into you diet is always a good idea! It’s natural anti-inflammatory effects on the body can help prevent many chronic diseases and help alleviate joint pain. Secondly let’s […]