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Are You Pregnant and Afraid to Exercise?

Besides, there’re a lot of research have been done on rats and mice, but the results are promising for humans, too. Potential benefits included lower BMI, reduced odds of diabetes and boost to brain health. Exercise that Can Do during Pregnancy Low impact aerobics Kegel exercise (Pelvic floor muscle exercise) Swimming Brisk walking Indoor stationary…

Is Walking a Good Form of Exercise?

Walking as exercise

References Williams PT, Thompson PD. Walking versus running for hypertension, cholesterol, and diabetes mellitus risk reduction. Arteriosclerosis, thrombosis, and vascular biology. 2013 May;33(5):1085-91. Omura JD, Ussery EN, Loustalot F, Fulton JE, Carlson SA. Peer Reviewed: Walking as an Opportunity for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention. Preventing Chronic Disease. 2019;16. Tanasescu M, Leitzmann MF, Rimm EB, Willett WC, Stampfer MJ,…

What is Rehab Clinical Pilates?

If you are unsure of what kind of exercise you should do because of your injuries and pain, rehab clinical pilates might be for you. This is a slightly different form of pilates. Unlike general pilates, clinical pilates in Singapore combines the original principles of pilates with an emphasis on movement patterns that promote strength…

Pilates and Yoga: What are the Differences and Which is BEST for Me?

Many people view Yoga and Pilates as ‘the same’ exercise. Most people could not differentiate them and always feel confused about which to choose. Pilates and Yoga are both low-impact practices which focus on breath, alignment, balance, strength and flexibility. However, they are totally different origins and functions. This article will discuss about the 5 differences…

Return to Gym – How to Avoid Injuries?

It’s been about a month since Singapore eased circuit breaker restrictions. In the past month, I’ve had an increase in patients who came to the clinic with injuries due to going back to the gym too abruptly. That’s why I am not writing this article in order to let all of you know how we…