Pilates – A potted history
Many people have heard of Pilates but not so many know that Pilates was actually a person. Joseph Humbertus Pilates was born in 1880 in Germany. He was a rather…
How to perfect the Pilates rest position
Sam explains what you need to do to get yourself in the ideal Pilates rest position, the foundation for your matwork Pilates exercises. Go through this sequence every time you…
Dizziness – Could it be caused by a condition treatable with physiotherapy called BPPV?
If you have ever experienced an episode of dizziness you will know how debilitating it can be. Dizziness affects between 20% and 40% of the population and can be caused…
Got a Corona or tension headache? Watch this vlog to learn 4 top tips to help yourself!
It seems that lots of people are struggling with persistent tension-type headaches due to stress about the Corona virus at the moment…the Corona Headache! Financial worries, lack of sleep, being…
Pilates for Cyclists
Pilates exercises are great for improving your performance on the bike. A strong core helps to reduce wasted energy caused by pulling through the arms, maximising the energy transfer through…
Pilates for skiers
Following on from my skiing blogs, check our this vlog for 5 key pilates exercises for skiers! Even if you only have a few weeks before you hit the slopes,…
5 tips to minimise unplanned bumps on the slopes and come home from your ski trip injury free!
by Laura Oxley Anyone who knows me, knows that I eagerly anticipate my annual ski trip with bated breath! Yet a small part of me is always worried that I,…
Merry Christmas from us all at Omnia!
If you’re struggling to think of a gift for a loved one, or don’t like seeing them struggling with an ongoing injury or pain, why don’t you help them get…
Snap, crackle and pop! What does it mean when you’ve got noisy joints?
This is a question I am frequently asked by patients worried about the noises their joints are making. Whilst the majority refer to noisy knees and necks, some also complain…
How to improve your running form and performance?
Many exercises designed to strengthen our glutes are done lying down – for example the clam or the bridge. Whilst they certainly work for many problems, are they the best…