Bryce Jackson - Biokineticist

11/09/2023

17/07/2023

Hope to see you there!

28/02/2023

24/02/2023

This year's Dusi Canoe Marathon, with 105 cumecs flowing in the uMngeni River on Day 3 wrapped up an incredible three days of paddling and will be talked about for a long time to come! It was an event with big water, a vastly different river and lines to choose from. From a new start venue it was a lovely few days, and super fun at the end of it all!

Thanks to Calvin Spearman for getting me to the finish of my 5th one cleanly with no drama and loads of smiles. To our seconds Mark Elstob, Peter Spearman and Colleen Jackson, thank you for helping us over the three days and all the trips and races leading up to it.

To end it all off I was blown away to win the lucky draw boat from Kayak Craft!! Thank you so much and it will be well used for many years!

22/02/2023

Is science proving that exercise therapy is in fact the 'new black'?

Anti-inflammatory, oral, non-steroidal drugs work. But what if there is an alternative to your pain management?

// Exercise should be given more prominence in clinical care, especially in older folk with comorbidities or who are at risk of adverse events related to NSAID's and paracetamol. //

Take a look at the case study link below, revealing that exercise has similar effects on pain and function to that of NSAID's.

Sadly, NSAIDs and paracetamol are associated with gastrointestinal and/or cardiovascular complications.

What kind of exercise therapy?

Exercise includes all sorts of exercise... mind/body exercise (tai chi or yoga), aerobic exercise, neuromuscular training or muscle strengthening and flexibility.

Rest is not always best.

https://twitter.com/bjsm_bmj/status/1612419021466488833?s=48&t=uXZnyRjOM9Y1s4yH2vaAdA

17/11/2022

Avoid the 3 common stumbling blocks to exercise and get back to doing what you love!

At times, when exercise is difficult, we all want to give up but I want to encourage you to keep going! Here are three reasons to keep on going even when it’s tough:

1: “It hurts so I avoid using it”

Pain is designed to be a warning light not a stop sign. When we find a movement or activity painful, it is an indication that there is a problem. I find our instinct is to avoid that motion, and so, we give up doing things we love. Instead of stopping, reach out and get the help you need to remedy it. Work on the injury until you can resume the activities you enjoy. You don’t have to be in pain to work on your injury. You can heal your injury, improve your fitness and reduce your pain levels. Exercising doesn’t have to hurt.

2: “I used to be able to do that, but I don’t think I can now”

Just because you’ve lost the ability to do something doesn’t mean we can’t get it back. There is a huge amount we can do to rebuild strength, improve balance and get you back doing what you love. If you feel nervous, working out with a friend when you aren’t with your biokineticist can give you the confidence to keep practicing.

3: “It’s a lot of effort to exercise”

It will be an effort, getting to the fitness and health level you want isn’t going to be easy but the reward will be great! Start with the activities you know you enjoy and then when you are fitter and stronger, branch out. Exercising doesn’t have to take up a huge amount of your time, we can break it down into bite size pieces which fit easily into your life.

Remember, exercising can reduce pain, improve muscle strength and flexibility, reduce joint stiffness, control weight and boost energy levels. If you have concerns about exercising, consider working with a biokineticist who will ensure the exercises are safe for you, work on your key areas and have the most effect. Your biokineticist will also be able to advise on any precautions you need to take.

Bryce Jackson
Biokineticist
movewell

06/08/2022

It's been a busy day for Movewell at the basketball tournament at Pietermaritzburg Girls' High School

08/07/2022

Getting moving in Winter is rewarding in more ways than one. There are always gorgeous scenes to enjoy while exercising!

24/02/2022

to this time last week, we were about to charge into day one of Dusi Canoe Marathon 2022. Thanks to Jenna Freeguard for driving us smoothly and safely to Durban!

Thanks to Charger Socks and Sharjah Jonsson for the comfort on the portages.

Thanks to Movewell for the strength and conditioning leading up to the .

📸And with thanks to Desdot and Bertie Price for the photos on the river.

21/01/2022

Come and join Velocity Gym Hilton and Movewell this coming Saturday (22nd January) for a 5km or 10km run, starting at 6.30am from Velocity Gym 🏃‍♂️

For more info contact Velocity Gym on info@velocitygymhilton.co.za

19/05/2021

This is something to remember, especially as we head into , it’s worth making the effort to stay