Try Something New – Move Differently This Year If you’ve reviewed your year, found what needs changing, and built your plan, now it’s time for the fun part – exploring! Movement is meant to be playful. Yes, really. When was the last time you moved just for the joy of it? January is the perfect time to reconnect with that…
How to Actually Make a Change That Sticks We’ve all started new fitness plans in January that fade by mid-February. The reason isn’t lack of willpower; it’s lack of structure and support. To make changes stick, start by making them realistic. If you’re adding something new, like kickboxing or horse riding, commit to once a week, not five times. Success builds from small wins.…
What Needs to Change in Your Movement Routine This Year Once you’ve reflected on last year, it’s time to be honest about what needs to change. Not in a self-critical way, but with curiosity. Our bodies, and lives, evolve constantly, and so should the way we move. What worked for you at 20, won’t at 30, and the same as…
Reflect Before You Reset – How to Review Your Year of Movement I personally don’t ascribe to strict resolutions just because it is a new year, but January often tempts us to jump straight into them anyway, but before you do, if you do, take a moment to look back. The key to creating a body that moves well, feels…
Happy New Year from Astral Fitness As the year draws to a close, we at Astral Fitness Sports Massage want to wish all our clients and readers a Healthy and Happy New Year! December can be full of both joy and exhaustion, so take this time to slow down, savour your celebrations, and give your body the care it deserves.…
Yuletide Greetings from Astral Fitness, Move, Rest, and Reconnect As it is Christmas Eve, Jen and I at Astral Fitness Sports Massage would like to wish you the warmest Yuletide greetings. This time of year is about connection, reflection, and gratitude. But it’s also easy to forget about yourself amidst the giving and gathering. Take a moment, even today, to…
Making Time for Movement Before Christmas December often feels like a whirlwind – shopping, social events, work deadlines, and festive planning. It’s easy for self-care and exercise to slide down the list. But a small dose of daily movement can make a huge difference to your mood and energy levels during this busy time. At Astral Fitness Sports Massage, Jen…
Why Staying Active Matters More Than Ever As December rolls in, bringing frosty mornings and long dark evenings, it’s all too tempting to hibernate. The sofa calls, the blankets beckon… well they do for me, and exercise motivation seems to vanish like the daylight. But at Astral Fitness Sports Massage, we want to remind you that movement in the colder…
Merry Christmas! I am talking about how you can contribute to your Physical Pension even if you are already active because of your job… yes even over Christmas, usually a time for reflection and to think about how you would like next year to look. So, you’re a groundworker, multi-drop driver, shelf stacker, gardener, postie, dog walker, builder, police officer,…
and I am still talking about your Physical Pension and why you need one. Last week I mentioned that it is something that you need to ‘pay’ into on a regular basis, but what if you’re only a few years away from retirement, what do you do then? And the answer is easy…. START NOW. Yes, it’s really that simple,…