4 Simple Breathing Practices To Relieve Stress & Tension

Shoulder pumping (Five minutes) This dynamic relaxation exercise is great for stress-busting and can give you a lot of energy. Give it a go, moving your shoulders gently or with a lot of energy, depending on what feels right and paying attention to any pain you may have. Always be respectful of how you feel…

April Stretch Series!

This April at Chiropractic Balance we are trying something we haven’t done before. We are organizing a group of like-minded people that are committed to improving their health but, like many of us, find it difficult to be consistent. If you are anything like me you understand what you need to do to keep yourself…

FIVE TIBETAN RITES

A workout I love for enhancing flexibility is the Five Tibetan Rites, also known as the “Fountain of Youth”. I first came to know about the Tibetan Rites through a family friend who at the age of 60 still has amazing flexibility (doing handstands and all sorts of things), health and energy and I must…

Creating a life you LOVE

Coming to New Zealand has been the easiest and hardest thing I’ve ever done. With no income, no housing, no friends, I packed my belongings and flew to Wellington, New Zealand for an unpaid internship to finish my last requirement of Chiropractic school. I gambled on myself and a dream. My family and friends questioned…

Need a Local Weekend Retreat?

How often do you hear the story about ‘Busy Brenda’, the person who works hard bringing up a family, often whilst working and juggling many other commitments. Busy Brenda is frequently exhausted and run down, she plans to slow down and take it easy once work quietens down, or once the kids get a bit…

8 REASONS WHY LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE

Laughing is much more than showing how happy you are. Did you know that this simple—and contagious—action provides a variety of health benefits? 8 reasons why Laughter really is the best medicine 1. Laughter is a Natural Pain Killer You probably already know that the act of laughing produces endorphins, known as a “happy” brain…

5 Reasons Why You Should Be Stretching

Flexibility training is an essential, yet often overlooked health-related component of good spinal function and overall fitness. Numerous studies support the short- and long-term benefits of various types of stretching, here are 5 reasons why you should be stretching on a regular basis. 1. Reduced pain and stiffness Excessive muscular tension can increase discomfort throughout…

Learn the Danish Secrets to Living Well (Hygge)

For over a decade I’ve been seeking ways to improve my well-being and live a happier, healthier life and I enjoy sharing my findings with those I care about. Recently I finished “The Little Book of Hygge – The Danish Way to Living Well” which is a guide (by Meik Wiking from the Happiness Research…

Eight ways … to improve your sleep

Knowledge is power Key restorative processes take place while we are asleep, yet many fail to get the seven to nine hours recommended for those aged 18-64. Sleep deprivation has been linked to a long list of health problems, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, depression and obesity. Sleep tracking tech can help you work out if…

The Scary Effects of Screen Time on your Sleep (and how to change your habits)

The number one reason why we talk about improving your sleep quality and quantity is that our bodies go into repair mode when we sleep. Today’s blog will delve further into what the negative effects on our health may be if we’re not sleeping properly and how limiting your screen time is vital to making a positive change.