Yogatherapyworks

11/04/2026

How can a bit of sticky tape make such a difference to pain relief, recovery, and treatment?

Kinesiology tape is something I often use to extend and prolong the benefits of treatment for days to weeks after an appointment

Its gentle skin stretch provides neuromuscular feedback to the brain, muscles, fascia and ligaments to reduce, or eliminate tension feedback loops that cause muscles to spasm after injury or pain, nerves to become impinged or trapped, and lymphatic flow to become sluggish

All of these impact recovery and repair

Whether it's:
*Supporting an injured muscle to enable it to heal (pic 1)
*Facilitating lymphatic drainage to reduce swelling, improve blood flow and function, or support an overloaded lymphatic system (pic 2)
*Reducing painful spasms that limit movement and function (pic 3)

These carefully placed bits of sticky tape really do help!

Just one thing in the yogatherapyworks toolbox to set you on your path to optimal health

09/04/2026

If you're looking for a safe, quiet gym space this is it
I feel very at home working at The Well Studios with Yoga therapy offerings
Collaboration between myself, the personal trainers, physiotherapy, massage and osteopaathy has your whole body-mind health covered
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05/04/2026

🐥Easter reads 4 🤓
Autumn in a jar -pear preserve recipe

https://yogatherapyworks.co.nz/resources/recipes/pear-and-ginger-jam

04/04/2026

🐥Easter reads 3
The what & why of taste profiles & optimal health

Learn about the 6 tastes of ayurveda & how to include them in every meal to stay well, balanced & energised.

03/04/2026

🐣Easter reads 2 🤓
Health boosting kimchi recipe

https://yogatherapyworks.co.nz/resources/recipes/kimchi

02/04/2026

🐣Easter reads 1 🤓
Understanding digestive spices and their qualities

https://yogatherapyworks.co.nz/resources/ayurveda/digestive-spices-ayurveda

27/03/2026

Weekend reading?
New health article out now
https://yogatherapyworks.co.nz/resources/lifestyle/understanding-arthritis

20/03/2026

Stress is like water..it always finds a way
Beginning gently, with subtle signs, sensations, or thoughts that inevitably build if ignored
If we try to block stress messages, or divert attention away from them, their force and presence increase, finding their way into our most tangible, and hard to ignore physical and mental bodies
*Physical pain, illness, burn-out, recurrent infections, or debilitating injuries
*Recurrent, ruminating thoughts, difficulty sleeping, worry, or distress

~ when messages are important, and/or action needs to be taken stress will find its way through our vulnerabilities to gain attention, and be acknowledged

Often we need help to navigate these messages - whether it's feeling into body sensations, being with thoughts, or beginning with sharing what we're experiencing..no right, no wrong, no expectations or blame

Stress is essential for survival
Without it we would perish

Its messages are always present for a reason & we grow and heal by listening

When this is too overwhelming we thrive by seeking a guide
www.yogatherapyworks.as.me

17/03/2026

There seems to be a lot of sickness around at the moment!
Last minute and acute spaces are popping up The Well Studios so it's worth a look if you're needing any input

And, if you're at either end of a virus manual lymphatic drainage can really help flush your system and boost immune recovery to help you ward off impending illness, or recover quickly to get back on your feet

https://Yogatherapyworks.as.me/ for all appointment types
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14/03/2026

Fascia is an essential connective tissue that covers and supports every single structure in these bodies we are in!
Not just muscles, fascia creates structural support for every bone, nerve, blood vessel, organ, and other connective tissue like a second skeleton
This provides form - and, when fascia is healthy, facilitates movement within every structure in the human body.

Fascia loves multidirectional movement as this hydrates and softens its cellular structures, enabling it to slide, glide, expand, and condense in a way that is supportive
~ like a freshly spun spider web- moving just one fibre or strand creates whole body-mind movement with minimal effort

Without frequent, and varied movement it becomes dry, brittle, restrictive, and can easily fracture - losing structural integrity and the ability to adapt to changes in weight, direction, and force
~ exactly like an older, dusty, stick cob web that's been stationary for a while..when we try to move unhealthy fascia it resists, sticks, and restricts movement
..this can feel like muscle tightness, soreness, boney restriction, or lack of strength
Gentle hydration and multidirectional subtle movement softens and releases the layers and strands away from each other, increasing surface area and capacity for easeful movement..in turn creating more movement potential and all important adaptability to keep other structures and the whole body-mind well

Too important to overlook right?!?

There's a lot more to learn and share - here's a wee intro to a fascinating world of possibility
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09/03/2026

Super worthwhile live online workshop opportunity March 23with one of my greatest teachers, mentors, co-teaching buddies, and dear friends - .stuart
You don't have to be a yoga therapist, teacher, or yoga student to benefit from this expertly guided exploratory workshop
All you need is a body-mind and an interest in learning to feel, listen and move with the inner wisdom of your body
See link for all workshop details on Leila's page https://www.facebook.com/share/1E2CBZtwEE/

07/03/2026

Unlearn to discover