Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
HOLISTIC HEALTH & PERFORMANCE COACHING
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This program is designed to be delivered through an online platform, with all tools, processes and resources made available digitially.
However, if you are able to attend in-person sessions, I am happy to discuss what options are available to best accommodate you.
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This program is for anyone who is ready to take their health and performance to the next level. To stop ignoring the signs of fatigue, burnout or exhaustion and begin to take meaningful steps towards becoming a more whole, balanced and energised human.
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As a certified CHEK practitioner, I am skilled health professional trained to assess and address the whole person, integrating physical, mental, emotional, and chemical body systems.
Primarily we are focusing on the physiological aspect of wellness, where the intersection of diet, lifestyle, posture, movement, breath & mindset create the expression of a healthy or unhealthy bodily system.
Using the holistic approach infers the interconnected nature of the body & mind, the influences of physiology on mental & emotional states, and the inverse affect of thoughts on physiological function.
In covering this interconnected nature, we may discuss themes concerning the source of challenging or negative thoughts, beliefs or memories and how they may be influencing your physiology via the nervous system.
The intention is to coach you, which means guiding via education, enquiry and empowering you through cultivating a greater awareness of your own body & mind.
it is not considered counselling or psychotherapy, and should any themes or memories that qualify as traumatic arise, I will support you in finding the appropriate practitioner to further work through this with you.
I can provide a list of personally recommended therapists and practitioners when necessary.
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For full details on pricing and packages, please send an enquiry via the Enquiries page.
CORRECTIVE EXERCISE & REHABILITATION
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No, I am different to a PT, although some aspects function similarly.
Essentially I work at a deeper level than simply muscle building, looking at the nervous system/brain’s influence on movement & posture, and through the assessment gaining a very clear picture of which part of the body could be contributing to dysfunction or imbalance.
CHEK coaching integrated with DNS rehabilitation provides a robust system within which we can address multiple aspects of the human experience.
Physical pain and discomfort through stretching, mobilisation and trigger point release
Improving posture and function through corrective exercise application
Working with the rehabilitative approach to restoring function in the body where injury, surgery or accident has left you incapacitated in some way.
Optimising breathing mechanics via education and instruction on the breath
A lifestyle audit of diet and sleep patterns, hydration habits, environmental influences and stressors
A personal history that includes injuries, surgeries and the top 5 stressful events that occurred in your life.
A look into the thoughts, beliefs and personal narratives that have become embedded in your subconscious, how they’re creating your reality and how to change.
A tailored and bespoke corrective exercise program working wtih your individual assessment results and geared towards your health goals and personal ambitions for life.
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A CHEK (Corrective Holistic Exercise Kinesiology) practitioner is a health professional trained to assess and address the whole person, integrating physical, mental, emotional, and chemical body systems. They use a holistic approach to health and wellness, focusing on musculoskeletal balance, corrective exercise, and lifestyle coaching. CHEK practitioners are trained to identify the root cause of health issues and create personalized plans to help clients achieve their goals.
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Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) is a rehabilitation and training approach that focuses on optimizing movement patterns by activating the body's natural movement strategies, similar to those developed during infancy. It's based on developmental kinesiology, which studies how babies learn to coordinate muscles and develop movement patterns. DNS aims to restore efficient muscle firing patterns and promote pain-free movement by tapping into the body's innate motor control system.
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With over 500 hours of 1-on-1 coaching, supporting clients through a diverse range of issues including chronic back pain, spinal rehabilitation, post-knee surgery movement recovery, thoracic outlet syndrome, nerve compression, micro-discectomy recovery, hyper-mobility, chronic hypertension and bone strength & longevity as well as mindset, self-worth and professional career challenges.
mYOFASCIAL RELEASE MASSAGE
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Myo refers to muscle, and fascia refers to the web-like connective tissue that encases our muscles, bones, organs and nerves. Muscle & fascia provide the framework that supports function and gives structure to our inner landscape, including nerves, blood vessels, lymphatic pathways, organs & bone. It is continuous, meaning there are no breaks in fascia from the toes to the crown of the head.
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By using broad, slow strokes, the practitioner is able to lengthen ‘stuck’ fascial tissue to restore glide, remove restrictions and assist the body’s natural processes of circulation, lymphatic detoxification and overall function of the nervous system.
Through treating the fascia itself, we create a holistic approach to addressing pain, restriction and discomfort.
Through releasing tension, lifting adhesions and rehydrating fascia via MRM’s specific strokes, you can expect to feel a greater sense of ease and freedom in movement, more range of motion, lighter and more ‘spacious’ in your body, as well as an overall sense of calmness and wellbeing. It positively affects your posture, allowing your body to hold itself more upright in gravity, relieving strain and tension and encouraging proper function of the deep stabiliser muscles of the body.
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Extremely effective both as a standalone treatment and alongside other modalities,
MRM is especially adept in supporting recovery from:
Repetitive Strain Injuries
Tennis/Golfers Elbow
Plantar Fasciitis
Shin Splints
Poor Posture
Joint Pains
Tension Headaches
Frozen Shoulder
Whiplash
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Spinal Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Lordosis
Breathing Difficulties - Asthma & Shallow Breathing
Surgery/Injury and Scar-Tissue Rehab
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MRM is structural in nature, meaning the actual structure of fascia and tissues are being shifted. This necessitates a certain degree of friction, force transfer and applied pressure. Tension and tightness creates discomfort when being released, but the sense afterwards is great relief. I generally say to my clients that ‘you feel much better after you get off the table then you do necessarily whilst you’re on it.’
It is not unusual to feel sore up to 2 days following an initial treatment. It is a soreness equivalent to a deep stretch, yoga or movement session.
It is not my intention nor the aim of the therapy to inflict unnecessary pain, but rather to ensure that you feel as comfortable and safe as possible to permit the release of long-stored tension.