Coastal Physiotherapy

16/12/2025

Exercise Breaks
Taking short exercise breaks during the workday helps reduce the impact of sitting. But which exercise is most effective? Here is a good read to find out more.

Just a few squats several times a day can counteract the harmful effects of sitting for long periods.

12/12/2025

Thank you to all the beautiful and kind people we have as patients and staff at Coastal Physiotherapy who once again donated so generously to our Christmas hamper appeal. Delivered yesterday and will be making many families Christmas much happier this year. Greatly appreciated ❤️

09/12/2025

Flexibility and Ageing
Movement and flexibility are vital for good health, boosting heart function and reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes as we age. Here is a good read to find out more.

New research has found that people with higher flexibility ranges tended to live longer and have a lower chance of dying than those with lower flexibility ranges.

05/12/2025

Exercise of the Week - Standing Hip Extensions
This is an easy exercise targeting your gluteal muscles, and you can perform it either on land or in water.
Action: Hold the bench, keep your torso upright, and slowly extend your leg backward.
If you are unsure whether this exercise is right for you, please ask your friendly physio 😀

28/11/2025

Exercise of the Week - Knee Rocks
A simple exercise to mobilise your lower back.
Action: With knees bent and together, gently rock them side to side.
If you are unsure whether this exercise is right for you, please ask your friendly physio 😀

25/11/2025

Exercise and the Brain
Physical activity improves brain blood flow, supports neuroplasticity, and lowers chronic inflammation, helping protect against cognitive decline, including dementia. Here is a good read to find out more.

People who did a lot of physical activity between 45 and 64 had much lower odds of developing dementia – even when they carried a genetic risk factor.

21/11/2025

Walking: Minutes Vs Steps 🦵
Is it better to track steps or minutes while walking? Research suggests that walking for over 10 minutes offers greater health benefits than simply counting steps. Here is a good read to find out more.

A new study found that walking for longer stretches at a time, ie. for 10 minutes or more, was associated with a lower risk of death and cardiovascular disease.

14/11/2025

Exercise of the week - Foot Taps
A useful exercise for deep core muscles.
Action: Keep hips and knees at 90 degrees. Slowly lower one leg to tap your toes on the ground.
If you are unsure whether this exercise is right for you, please ask your friendly physio 😀

10/11/2025

Exercise In the Morning 🦵
Many people find it difficult to get up and exercise early in the morning, and there are a number of reasons why this can happen. Here is a good read to find out more.

It’s not just down to being a night owl or an early bird. There’s a large body of evidence to show most of us are stronger and faster later in the day.

04/11/2025

Mobility Vs Flexibility
Flexibility relates to stretching; mobility concerns dynamic movement. Is one more important? Here is a good read to find out more.

Flexibility and mobility are distinct but may offer similar benefits when training. Learn what they are, how to test them, and how to improve them.

31/10/2025

Exercise of the Week - Hip Flexor Static Hold
This exercise targets the muscles at the front of the hip.
Action: While lying on your back with one leg bent, gently press your knee into your outstretched arm and hold the position.
If you are unsure whether this exercise is right for you, please ask your friendly physio 😀

28/10/2025

Bodyweight Training 💪🦵
Bodyweight training involves performing strength exercises without external equipment, such as squats, lunges, and planks. Here is a good read to find out more.

Have you ever thought of your body as a portable gym? It can be, whether it’s squats in the park or push-ups at home.