The Body Tonic Group

13/09/2026

09/09/2026

🙂Using a foam roller to start, the pressure can be too intense when you lie down on the foam roller, especially for the first few times you use it, therefore you can also, roll for short time and release, rest, and repeat doing release rest, picking up each time after a few seconds, until it eases.
🫀Patience is needed and for you to think about the region you are working, making mind-to-body connection to attain greater results.

31/08/2026

🫀Spinal mobility is important.
🫀Stretching with controlled movement and elongation, promoting the opening of more restricted areas, such as in the lower back and hip regions, creates more space, maintains better alignment and gives more control of the body.
👍The goal is to combine mobility with stability, and stretching encourages the body to achieve this.
💪🏼Doing this move, it is imperative to keep the lower back on the ground, not to flex the feet hard, roll back too far, and to keep the glutes on the floor.
🙂Relax and breathe out slowly as you release into the stretch.

28/08/2026

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27/08/2026

🙂A great way you can aid reduction of pain is to:
Apply ice for 5-10 minutes initially, then to apply heat with a heating pad, or hot ‘wheatie' bag for 20 minutes.
Over counter anti-inflammatories
Heat intermittently during the day or before bed (10 - 20 minute intervals)
Avoid activities that produce flare ups, alter your workouts to suit your needs
Reduce stress - allow the muscles to relax, give yourself time

24/08/2026

Increasing blood flow and reducing tightness, is one of the key’s to better health.
If you have been feeling a bit sluggish, or haven’t exercised in a while, or are recovering from flu or injury, start with stretching gently to get your body moving with more ease. Start by doing a little bit daily 8-12 minutes, no more, building up to 20 minutes, then build up to longer periods of stretching three to four times a week. This can also be done before embarking upon the exercises, as well as during or after an exercise program or short workout.

23/08/2026

A foam roller helps to reduce tension and relax the muscles. A small ball can also be used. This can reduce tight knots and trigger points, dissipating tightness in a specific spot.
This can be done daily, but with caution; listen to your body. If it is too sore, don't put too much pressure onto the region, or stand up against a wall to use your aid.

13/08/2026

🫀When the body repeatedly loads, and one side move differently from the other, this may contribute to an uneven pelvic, differences in muscle functions and compensatory movement patterns.
🫀Keep stretching to reduce tension and pain trigger points throughout the body.
🫀Stretch more to restore momentum and create better conditions for more balanced muscular function.

13/08/2026

🫀When the body repeatedly loads, and one side move differently from the other, this may contribute to an uneven pelvic, differences in muscle functions and compensatory movement patterns.
👍Keep stretching to reduce tension and pain trigger points throughout the body. 💪🏼Stretch more to restore momentum and create better conditions for more balanced muscular function.

10/08/2026

Hi everyone,

🙂Get fitter and stronger, gain better movement, increasing flexibility or work around old injuries or health concerns suited to your needs.
🙂Don't want to join a larger gym, as group classes don't suit you. Want to use training aids, but not use weighted bars and machines.
🙂We have places available for 🫀personal training and 🫀small group classes.
🙂Home studio, all ages and levels welcome. We use free body weight and various training aids.

🫀Personal training times are available from today.
🫀Bookings for 2027 are now open for small group classes on Wednesday's 6.30pm - 7.30 pm. A deposit to hold your place in small group will be necessary for 2027.
If you are keen to join us please feel free to connect or text me.