Have you begun a new exercise regime this year?

Are your muscles, posture and energy levels feeling the strain because of this? If YES, then read on!

First, I want to congratulate you on making some goals around body movement and getting started.  Starting is usually the hardest step.  For most people when we begin a new form of exercise, we may commence with pre-existing tension or weakness in certain area/areas.  Sometimes we are aware of these and sometimes we are not.  If we are not aware of these it usually becomes apparent quite quickly, especially if you are performing strength training.  Indicators could be that you may be able to lift stronger weights in one arm or leg compared to the other.  When stretching you may notice that one side has more flexibility than the other.  Bowen can help to address these imbalances as the “Bowen move” works to re-tension the muscles.  If a muscle is too tight the Bowen move will help that muscle to relax, if the muscle is too loose and not holding correct tension the Bowen move will help to bring the correct tension back to the muscle.

 The Bowen Therapy treatment process brings about relaxation to your nervous system providing you with a deep sense of calm not only during the session but in the days and often weeks to come. Bowen Therapy address’s fascial adhesions and compromised tissue within your muscles to allow them to function better. Allowing the nervous system to slow down also positively affects the other major systems within the body to function more optimally. Think digestive system, lymphatic system, a circulatory system to name a few.

As you can see supporting your movement/exercise goals with Bowen Therapy may help you to keep the momentum going or even prevent injury.

Alternatively, if you have not started the New Year with exercise due to being confused or overwhelmed with all the different forms of workout styles out there, can I suggest you start with simply walking?  Walking has loads of positive benefits for the body and it is free!