International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women Empowered Together
We’re not just focusing on our core strength; we’re standing together to raise awareness for International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
World Menopause Day
Today is International Menopause Day and this year’s theme is Cardiovascular Disease, which is an umbrella term for conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, such as coronary heart disease and stroke. While cardiovascular disease is often thought to be more of a men’s health issue, it is actually the leading cause of death of […]
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October isn’t just about falling leaves and cosy sweaters; it’s also a significant month for health awareness, marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is about rallying together to raise awareness about breast cancer, the importance of early detection, and supporting those in the battle. In Ireland, the statistics are striking – approximately […]
Empowering Irish Women in Sports & Exercise
Breaking Barriers and Encouraging Participation for Women in Sports In sports, Ireland can proudly boast an impressive lineup of outstanding female athletes who have made their mark on the international stage. These women have paved the way for future generations, from the remarkable Sonia O’Sullivan to the dynamic Katie Taylor, Rachael Blackmore, Ellen Kean, and […]
5 Benefits of Pilates for Parkinson’s
Estimations say that approximately 10 million people worldwide live with Parkinson’s disease; why are many of them rolling out a Mat and practising Pilates for Parkinson’s to help alleviate symptoms? As there is no cure for Parkinson’s, many Parkinson’s patients are in search of alternative therapies to pair with pharmaceutical medicine to help alleviate their […]
How to Safely Return to Running
It’s January, time for our footpaths to be filled with all types of runners. This month you’ll see the ‘Got new gear for gifts’ runner, ‘Forcing family fun’ runner and even the ‘Starting on the summer bod’ runner. If you’re thinking of dusting off your running shoes to join the crowd this January you don’t […]
Proud and not so Loud – Happy Pride!
I often take it for granted that most of the Finesse Movement members know that my business partner, Karen, and I are married! Sometimes I forget, I can see a slight look of confusion when I’m talking about Karen, and then I explain by saying ‘oh sorry, Karen and I are married!’ I must admit, […]
Massage – what’s it all about?
Why does massage make your muscles feel good when they’re sore? Massage has been used for over 3000 years to ease sore muscles. The first question is why do our muscles get sore anyway? Let’s look at exercise first. Exercise Mark Tarnopolsky, Head of Neuromuscular and Neurometabolic Disorders in the Department of Paediatrics at McMaster […]
The benefits of light resistance exercise for menopausal women
The menopause is a transformational time in every woman’s life, when our bodies must face a variety of physical and psychological challenges. As we battle hormonal fluctuations, loss of bone density, and issues such as weight gain and insomnia, it is no surprise that many women are looking for ways to feel better during this difficult and challenging […]
Wellness Lunch
Our first wellness lunch on Friday 15th January 2021 was a great success! This event was designed to help people identify in themselves and those around them when a low mood is something more. Every day in our lives right now we are being asked to hold firm, not live our lives the way we […]