Joint stiffness in the morning can commonly be a result of inflammation, your mattress or a lack of movement.These 3 things are a good place to start when investigating the cause of your stiffness. 1. Ask yourself… “what did I eat or drink yesterday that may link to how I feel this morning?”Sometimes it’s helpful to […]

By Dr Fauntine Lariba (Osteopath) Gyms and studios are slowly reopening! There are a few things you should keep in mind to ensure that you safely return to your exercise routine: Warm up A warm up is about getting the blood flowing with gentle progressive movements that prepare the joints, muscles and bones for the […]

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As a naturopath I have helped many people with diverse symptoms and conditions associated with hormonal imbalances. I love working with patients on their hormones, it’s such a fascinating and complex area of holistic health, challenging and yet so rewarding when you get to the bottom of what’s going on.  In my early days as […]

There is something grounding and very human about a ritual, something deep within us finds comfort in the process. Rituals aren’t limited to religion and have varied across time and culture. In this present day we seldom encounter them as central components of life and rituals have become something that we have to actively cultivate. […]

What’s happening at The A Life during this COVID-19 period? We are listening and responding carefully as the rules and regulations continue to evolve. Our movement classes have transitioned to an exciting new online platform and Osteopathy is currently still open to a limited capacity with strict hygiene standards. We are also offering online Osteopathy […]

If your home is now your workplace, ensuring your safety and wellbeing in a new environment is now your priority. REST & MOVEMENT BREAKS Avoid static postures for prolonged periods of time Every 30 minutes of work take a quick movement break Every 20 minutes give your eyes a break from the screen (look away […]

Of course maintaining good hygiene, social distancing and common sense will have a positive impact on slowing down the spread of viruses. But here are a few extra tips to help empower you to stay calm through these times. 1. Nourishment – nutrient dense whole foods Unfortunately the foods people are panic buying at the […]

Inspired by revolutionary movement expert Ido Portal, once a year The A Life participates in a 30 day community Squat Challenge. The results and feedback from our community is mind blowing! Improved posture, reduced hip pain, better digestion plus a more comfortable resting deep squat! Ready to give the challenge a go on your own? […]

Marty’s recipe was inspired by Gnom Gnom with a few adjustments and cater for a vegan option. I’ve always enjoyed the combination of peanut butter and chocolate so this immediately became my favourite snack.  It’s also VERY filling so you shouldn’t have to worry about eating too much of it. INGREDIENTS: – 140 g x Peanut […]