Personal Trainer

There isn’t an easy way to look and feel great. However, if you’re disciplined, you might get the result much faster than you expected. The best way to get the best result from your work out or exercise is by using a personal trainer as your health ‘guru’. They will help you achieved your dream body the right way without using illegal or dangerous pills, powders and/or formulas.

Who is a Personal Trainer?

A personal trainer is a certified professional who educates, motivates and trains people one-on-one or in a group on physical fitness. They have undergone hundreds of hours of professional health training in a recognized health training institute. Personal trainers should not be confused with athletic trainers. Personal trainers develop training or work out routines for the clients and work with them. Not only monitoring and guiding the clients while training, a personal trainer will advise clients on the right diet that should be taken. The whole package will ensure that the client increases their sense of well-being, improve muscle tone, reduce body fat and achieve weight loss. There are also psychological benefits with improved self-image and self esteem. In Australia, a good personal trainer holds a minimum of Certificate III or IV in Fitness, a current First Aid Certificate and the relevant Insurance. Always ask before you sign up with them.

Types of Personal Training

• Weight / Stress Management
• Increasing Fitness Levels
• Increasing Energy Levels
• Anxiety & Depression
• Sports Conditioning & Nutrition
• Nutritional Guidance & Support
• Body Building & Body Shaping
• Full Contest Prep (Male & Female)

How much will it cost?

A personal trainer will typically charge the client by the hour ranging from $70-$100 or more depending on the type of routine/exercise. The training normally takes place in a gym or fitness centre where there is equipment to support your training needs. The price that you pay will include the personal trainer service and the cost of using the gym or fitness facilities. However, you do need to clarify with the personal trainer before you start the training because even though most personal trainers normally work for the gym or fitness centre, there are some free lance personal trainers that aren’t. Gym or fitness centers normally offer bulk personal training passes at a discounted price. Do check out their offers from time to time. While some personal trainers work with only one client each session, others also teach groups of clients. If you have few mates who are in the quest of achieving the same goal as you, why not sign up for group training. This could be more fun and each of you saves dollars each month.

There are thousands of professionals available to meet a variety of budgets and fitness needs. Just let them know your goal and what you want to achieve. They’ll train and manage the program for you!

Health + Fitness = GYM!!!

Gyms Health Clubs and Fitness clubs are a great place to get fit. Not only are they the one stop spot to have a work out, a lot of Gyms also have on offer personal training, massage and day spa facilities. There are even gyms and fitness clubs that a designed for just women in mind!!

Some of the more popular services that gyms and health clubs have on offer include;
Personal Trainer & Personal Training
Yoga Class
Pilates Class
Aerobics - Group Exercise
Spin - Cycle Class
Fitness Equipment
Child Care
Treadmill, Bike, Stepper
Solariums
Saunas
Day Spa Facilities
Weight Training
Body Sculpting
Weight Loss
Nutritional Advice

There are lots of Gyms offering fantastic services and great membership packages so sometimes finding the gym that suits you and your requirements takes time and patience. To assist with this choice the best thing to do is to do your research and gather a list of the gyms in your area. Give them a call and organise to go in and have a look. A lot of Gyms and Fitness clubs offer a one day trial so that you can go in and use their facilities and hopefully get a feel for the gym and what it has to offer. Whilst there you should approach the staff and other gym members and ask them any questions that you may have. Word of mouth is another great way to find a fitness club. Ask your friends where they go and establish wether or not their gyms would be suitable for you.

Weight loss camps called “Boot Camps” are also occasionally offered by fitness clubs. They are a great way to loose weight and increase your cardiovascular fitness. BOOTCAMP is a high intensity military style outdoor training program designed to challenge all aspects of your health and fitness. It is usually a few weeks of intense training that will give you serious results. You do not need to be fit to go as each person is given a fitness test to determine which programme would suit them. This type of fitness regime would be great for a group of friends looking for something healthy to do together or a work function to help with workmate bonding!

My Poor Aching Muscles

Myotherapy or myofascial therapy is a term used to describe muscle (myo) or fascial pain. This pain is usually non specific and is soften described as tightness or a deep ache in a certain area or muscle group. Other symptoms can be described as a reduced range in joint mobility or range or motion as well as fatigue, weakness, numbness and a ‘pins and needles’ or tingling sensation. There are other symptoms that can be seen depending on the type of ailment that the patient has and usually there are one or more symptoms.

Myotherapy is a non invasion therapy that uses a combination of Soft tissue manipulation, Trigger Point Therapy, Myofascial dry needling, Myofascial release, Cupping, Thermal therapy / Cryotherapy, TENS machines, Postural assessment and correction, Corrective exercises (stretches, strength), Core stability exercises as well as Diet and nutritional advice.

Myotherapists access and physically treat muscle pain, injury and dysfunction and help to improve movement and mobility. Myotherapy can be used as a preventative treatment, to assist the body with stretches and exercise to try and reduce the risk of damage and pain. It can be used in the corrective sense where it assists with the release of myofascial pain and restriction due to incorrect posture etc, or Myotherapy is applied in the rehabilitative sense to help restore and maintain the normal integrity of the soft tissue structure of the muscles, tendons, ligaments and muscle fascia.

Conditions that may be benefited by Myofascial therapy include;

Stiffness & pain associated with poor posture.
Spinal and vertebral pain which includes sciatica pain, scoliosis, etc.
Mobility conditions that restrict natural movement.
Headaches / migraines.
Acute and chronic stiff and painful neck.
Chronic overuse syndromes - tendonitis, RSI, tennis/golfer's elbow, carpal tunnel.
Shoulder pain, impingement syndrome, frozen shoulder.
Hand & finger numbness / tingling – thoracic outlet syndrome.
Knee, leg & foot pain – shin splints, patella tracking dysfunction, runners knee, ankle sprains.
Arthritis / Multiple Sclerosis.
Pregnancy – pre/post natal complaints.
Chronic fatigue syndrome, fibro myalgia.
Pain & dysfunction associated with stress & tension.
Rehabilitative stage of an injury or illness.
Sporting & occupational injuries.

Talk to me and I will listen

The distinction between councelling and Psychotherapy is not a clear line, as in both common and professional usage counselling and psychotherapy are interchangeable. Counselling tends to be oriented in equal measure to the past, present and future as well as problem and solution focused, where as Psychotherapy tends to deal more with seriously disturbed individuals such as those with depression, anxiety or personality disorder. Counselling is any relationship in which one person is helping another person to better understand and solve some problem. Counsellors can be anyone who wants to, friends, relatives, academic advisors, teachers, and many others. Counsellors have a broad range of experience in developing "helping relationships" and working with many different situations.

The main attributes that you will look for in a therapist is;

That they listen to what you have to say and helps you to untangle your thought and help you understand your emotions within certain situations

That they work with you to achieve your goal whilst still repecting your personal and cultural values

Helps you gain your own insight into how you feel you should act, think and feel
Works throug your issues and helps you to work out your own problems and how to see what can be changed and what can’t.

Helps you accept what cannot be changed yet helps you work out a way to deal with the issues

Helps you to become aware of what is important to you and your wellbeing

Counselling and psychotherapy is available for many different issues. There are many types available. Some of the problems that people face or require councelling or psychotherapy for are, aging, chronic illness/disability, cultural issues, domestic violence, sexuality, sexual abuse, self esteem or self image issues, anxiety, denial, relationship issues, marriage counselling, anger management, etc just to name a few.
The main issues that a therapists will face is the lack of cooperation from their clients. Your therapist cannot help you if you do not talk to them about your problems or concerns. Therapists are not there to judge. They are there to simply listen and to give advice whilst helping find resolve.

To get the most out of your therapy session be ready to focus on a specific problem or issue. Be prepared for your sessions. Attend your sessions and take an active part in them. Complete (or at least attempt) any "homework." Tell your therapist if you don't think you're being helped.

Can you fix my Back Doc?

The word 'chiropractic' literally means 'done by the hand' or 'manipulation'. Spinal manipulation was practised by Hippocrates in the 5th Century BC. Chiropractic as we know it today was developed in 1895 by a Canadian, Daniel D Palmer. The chiropractic belief is based on his findings that 95% of all health problems could be prevented or treated using spinal adjustment, and 5% by adjustments of other joints. It is proposed that misaligned vertebrae, or subluxations, caused interference and interrupted the proper flow of information from the spine to an internal organ. As a result, the human body would experience disharmony which would result in loss of health.

Chiropractic therapy is based on the scientific fact that your body is a self-regulating, self-healing organism. These important functions are controlled by the brain, spinal cord, and all the nerves of the body. If there is a misalignment the result is pain and or discomfort with disrupted information pathways. Once this misalignment is fixed, the body will heal itself within reason.

It is generally accepted that chiropractors can help sore backs but it is only about 20% of what chiropractic can do for a patient. There is a multitude of other conditions that chiropractors relieve. These include: asthma; muscle, joint and postural problems; gastrointestinal disorders; fatigue; vision problems; tinnitus; vertigo; sinus problems; allergies; croup; skin conditions; kidney conditions; irritable bowel; menstrual problems among others.

Occasionally patients will need to be in a state of undress for treatment. Treatments are usually carried out on a chiropractic bed specially designed for this purpose.
The length of each visit and the frequency of re-visits is dependent on the Chiropractor and the problem or issue that is being treated.

After taking a case history the spine is examined to see if there are any injuries, accidents or areas of tension that may be causing irritation to the spinal nerve roots. By reducing or eliminating this irritation, the body will operate more efficiently and more comfortably. Occasionally a Chiropractor may refer a patient for x-rays, Massage or Physiotherapy if this is considered to be necessary. Manipulation of the spine, when performed by a chiropractor, is frequently referred to as an adjustment. Chiropractors assess, diagnose and treat people with movement problems and strive to restore function. They assess injuries and work with the patient to help restore as normal of function as possible.

Chiropractics don’t just fix what is broken, they also work with people to ensure that they lead a healthy and active lifestyle. They give advise on nutritional and lifestyle changes to help make sure that people can live their lives to the fullest.

Its all in the palm of your hand

When the term Psychic is mentioned, images of a smoky, dimly lit, Gypsy trailer containing a woman in all her robes and shawls promising to tell your future from a pack of cards or a crystal ball comes to mind. But this is no longer so. The psychic and spiritual world has many dedicated followers and many different terms that define the exact nature of each of the special gifts that their members hold.

A Psychic is a name that refers to a person who has extra sensory perception or paranormal powers. A psychic is a person who is believed to possess extra-sensory abilities, including: clairvoyance, psychometry and precognition. It should be noted that a psychic is able to "sense" the spiritual world on a purely material level and not be able to "tune in" to the spirit world, except by accident. Mediums are psychics but not all psychics are mediums.

There are many terms and definitions of each of the ‘special’ gifts that are said to fall within the Psychic label. To list just a few of the more common types;

Astrology
Is the term given to the reading of the stars. Many believe that our lives and personalities are governed by the position of the planets at the time of our births. The position of these planet and suns then affect the emotional state that we are in. It is believed that by studying the planetary patterns it is possible to forsee what lies ahead in our future.

Channelling
Channelling is more commonly known as Trance Mediumship. During the trance state the medium is said to have allowed the ‘spirit’ to take control of their body and more commonly speak through them, giving evidence of who they are and pass on their teachings and messages.

Telepathy
This is the term used to describe the ability to 'tune in' to the thoughts of others, or to inject your own thoughts into another's mind.

Clairvoyance
Is described as the psychic power that enables the person to see things that aren’t visiable to people that are not clairvoyant. This is the most commonly

Prerecognition
The skill of looking into the future and seeing events before they take place, often through the subconscious when dreaming.

Psychokinesis
The ability to use the power of the mind to influence matter- to move objects by thought, for example.

Numerology
Numerology is based on mathematics and is the study of numbers and the way that they reflect character tendencies. This is said to help you with your strengths and weaknesses and gives you an insight into the personality of others. It's believed that the origin of numerology is either with Pythagoras, the Greek mathematician (569-470 B.C) or even earlier still in the Jewish Kabbala.

The basis of numerology is eleven numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 11, and 22. You can reduce the numbers in your name or birth date down into these eleven numbers to make a numerology chart.

The four main types of Numerology readings are -

1. Your Life Path Number which is based on your birth date.

2. Your Expression Number which is based on the letters of your full name given at birth.

3. Your Soul Urge Number which is based on a reduction of the vowels in your full birth name.

4. Your Destiny Number which is based on a reduction of the consonants in your full birth name.

Tarot Cards
The Tarot Cards are used as a tool to allow you to tap into your own intuition. They allow you an alternatate view or new perspective into self understanding, spiritual growth, clarification of descisions and everyday problems. Many Tarot readers believe that the cards take on the energy of the person who touches them which is why the cards are insulated from others by wrapping them in silk or enclosing them in a box. They are only to be touched by the diviner and the person for whom the reading is done.

Palmistry
In palmistry it is believed that the overall shape and formation of the hands is one of the first clues to the character and destiny. Both hands are examined with one hand being the ‘birth hand’ showing the inherited qualities and the other reflects individuality, flexibility and potential. Depending on wether you are right or left handed determines which is your birth hand.

The square hand identifies the practical person, someone forceful, purposeful, and capable of achieving success. The tapering hand is likely to belong to an artist, a convivial, enthusiastic and sensitive soul. The spade-like hand appears to be in motion even at rest and denotes an energetic owner with need for positive actions. The pointed hand belongs to the idealist, the sometimes impractical lovers of beauty. The long hand, knotty at the joints, is that of a thinker, or philosopher. There are many definitions and terms used with the psychic and spiritual community. These are just a few of the more common types available. Even if you are a believer or not, why not have your ‘future’ read today.

Wax Me!!

The quest for removal of unwanted hair has persisted through the ages and religiously pursued the world over. Waxing was one of the popular ancient methods greatly accepted in Europe, America, Middle East, China and India. Natural Beeswax was the product used for the purpose of hair removal.

Waxing is currently a very popular hair removal process among males and females. It can be done by a professional at select salons and spas, or you can do it at your home. Waxing uproots the hair from its follicles for long hair free periods lasting up to eight weeks depending on your particular skin, hair type and rate of hair growth. It produces the smoothest results among all temporary hair removal methods currently available. It can also decrease re-growth of unwanted hair. There are people who say this method of hair removal is not as painful as it sounds. You can purchase a pain reducing gel or anesthetic numbing spray from your pharmacist to reduce the pain. It is always better to test a small area of skin for sensitivity or an allergic reaction.

There are various types of waxing are available for you. Some of them need the services of a licensed cosmetologist. The different types of waxing that can be performed on your body are eyebrows waxing, bikini, male genital & Brazilian waxing, leg waxing, arm / underarm waxing, back waxing, foot waxing, chest waxing, entire body waxing etc. Areas like inside the ears and nose as well as eyelashes should never be waxed. Areas like female genitals, male genitals and the nipples should be waxed by the licensed cosmetologist.

There are several types of wax available in the market. Common ones are Hot Wax, Warm Wax and Cold Wax. Hot waxes are often called paraffin wax; the original hot wax is derived mainly from tallow and resins. It is heated prior to the application. This is very slow method still used in some salons today. Warm wax is actually a liquid sugar mixture, heated, applied to the skin and then removed with a muslin or cotton strips which absorb the wax, allowing it to grip the hair. Both warm and hot wax have the advantage of opening up the hair follicle and softening the layers of surrounding skin, easing the release of the hair with its root. Cold wax is available either in paste or gel form. It is applied to the skin without heating. It's not quite effective and less preferred than a warm wax. But if your skin is sensitive, then a cold wax causes less skin irritations.

Another popular type is the wax strip. It offers instant waxing, a convenient, quick method of hair removal that requires no preparation. Genuine wax strip grips the hair; when you pull them off, the area can remain hair-free for up to eight weeks.
For waxing your hair needs to be a little bit long for the best results. So if your hairs are very long, trim them down. If short, allow them to grow in a bit. You don't need to bathe beforehand. Since the hair absorbs moisture which makes it soft and harder for the wax to have a firm grip. Dry hair is tough therefore easier to pull off. It is advisable to lightly powder your skin to absorb moisture and natural oils. This will make hairs easier to pull, which will limit inflammation. Some people exfoliate the area before waxing.

Do not overheat the wax if you don't want to burn your skin. One small area should be selected at a time. After waxing, remove any excess wax with a warm moist towel, be careful, do not touch the skin with your bare hands. It may produce an infection in that area. When skin is freshly waxed, you can limit creating ingrown hairs and other skin irritations by not wearing tight clothing around the area. Be careful not to expose the newly waxed area to the sun for at least forty eight hours. Always use a good sun blocker cream thereafter. Waxing hair removal products usually leaves redness behind, so if you're preparing for a special occasion, do it a couple of days beforehand.

New hair growth in waxed areas is soft and fine. After repeated waxing for areas like the eyebrows and lower legs, hair re-growth is less common and, in some cases, hair will never re-grow.

Some physicians do not recommend waxing for people suffering from diabetes, varicose veins or poor circulation as they are prone to infections. Users of Retin-A, Renova, Differin or Isotretinoin are the medications that tend to weaken the skin and tearing of the skin may occur when the wax is removed. Waxing should not be done on areas of skin affected by warts, pimples, moles or rashes or on skin that is irritated, chapped or suffering from sunburn.

Men are not only waxing their backs, faces, chest but also their bikini lines. It increased sex appeal and a cleaner feeling. Since some men might be embarrassed about getting waxed at a salon, there are at-home cosmeticians who can do the job. There are even do-it-yourself waxing kits available for the purpose. Men get regular appointments at salons or spas for eyebrow waxing; most of the male clientele get their eyebrows waxed. Waxing is a good way to get rid of eyebrows that are out of control. So if you want to lessen the hair that grows on your legs or chest without permanently abolishing it, this would be the ideal way to go.