Mental health through the lifestages
October 9, 2023 1:14 pm Comments Off on Mental health through the lifestagesMental health challenges in puberty, pregnancy, postnatal, and menopause - and how her netball family can help
Author Archives for Baz Moffat
Weeks 0 – 12 in return to exercise
August 4, 2023 9:41 am Comments Off on Weeks 0 – 12 in return to exerciseBlow by blow this is pelvic floor and basic core to cardio and resistance.
Postnatal nutrition
August 4, 2023 9:24 am Comments Off on Postnatal nutritionSteps and staples in your recovery journey back to sport, to life, to you.
Nutrition in pregnancy
August 4, 2023 9:08 am Comments Off on Nutrition in pregnancyGood food is key to health and to overcoming the challenges of having a whole ‘nother human on-board.
My fertility and my sport
August 4, 2023 8:42 am Comments Off on My fertility and my sportConsiderations, complications and stumbling blocks for active women planning pregnancy.
Active pregnancy 101
August 4, 2023 8:15 am Comments Off on Active pregnancy 101Starting or growing a family - it's a huge decision which comes with a lot of big questions.
Teens and the pelvic floor
July 13, 2023 2:00 pm Comments Off on Teens and the pelvic floorWHP Christien Bird and Baz Moffat talk teens and pelvic health, now and in future.
Puberty, pelvic floors and netball
July 12, 2023 2:10 pm Comments Off on Puberty, pelvic floors and netballPelvic floors, bladders and bowels are older lady things, aren’t they?
Why do girls drop out of sport?
July 12, 2023 2:00 pm Comments Off on Why do girls drop out of sport?It’s getting more (not less) problematic and the response may lie in reimagining the gymspace.
Teenage girls, their bodies and food
July 12, 2023 1:49 pm Comments Off on Teenage girls, their bodies and foodActive teenage girls need compelling messages about food and nutrition … if we don’t, social media will.
Nutrition 101
July 11, 2023 11:55 am Comments Off on Nutrition 101A beginner’s guide to macros and what eating healthy is / isn’t. Spoiler alert, carbs are good …
Injury across the lifespan: menopause
May 11, 2023 11:55 am Comments Off on Injury across the lifespan: menopauseSome modifications are most definitely required as you travel life’s injury superhighway.
‘My brain was netball-fit, my body not so much’
May 11, 2023 11:50 am Comments Off on ‘My brain was netball-fit, my body not so much’Rachael on returning to court with 'a totally new body' and the gap between expectations and reality.
Injury across the lifespan: postnatal
May 11, 2023 11:44 am Comments Off on Injury across the lifespan: postnatalPregnancy and childbirth - they’re not injuries or illnesses, but the healing process is comparable and you can't afford to rush your return.
Injury across the lifespan: pregnancy
May 11, 2023 11:41 am Comments Off on Injury across the lifespan: pregnancyTimes have changed and active pregnancies are recommended ... with a few new rules, that is.
Your relationship with food
February 11, 2023 12:21 pm Comments Off on Your relationship with foodKnowledge = power? Almost. Re active women and food, the right knowledge + priorities + vigilance = power.
Weight loss (for women who need to lose weight)
February 11, 2023 11:57 am Comments Off on Weight loss (for women who need to lose weight)Some women need to for health reasons and doing so is about much more than diet …
Hydration and you
February 11, 2023 11:43 am Comments Off on Hydration and youAre you getting enough water? Read this then answer again - turns out water’s pretty important …
The truth on fasted training
February 11, 2023 11:29 am Comments Off on The truth on fasted trainingIt's a 'no' from us and the evidence too ... it may just make you fatter.
Menopause – what is it, its phases and symptoms
December 30, 2022 7:13 am Comments Off on Menopause – what is it, its phases and symptomsTruths and terms we’ll need to know sooner or later.
Pelvic floor 101
December 30, 2022 3:47 am Comments Off on Pelvic floor 101Meet the pelvic floor - an underappreciated piece of core body apparatus.
FAQs on pelvic floor exercises
December 29, 2022 11:27 am Comments Off on FAQs on pelvic floor exercisesToo boring, not working, the right time to do it and can I do it when I pee … your questions answered.
Perimenopause: HRT and other solutions
December 28, 2022 11:41 am Comments Off on Perimenopause: HRT and other solutionsThe lowdown on HRT, non-hormonal and lifestyle solutions in perimenopause.
What’s a Women’s Health Physio?
December 27, 2022 12:06 pm Comments Off on What’s a Women’s Health Physio?Christien Bird explains the role of a Women's Health Physio and the A-1 treatment for issues.
How do I minimise my pelvic floor risk?
December 26, 2022 9:51 am Comments Off on How do I minimise my pelvic floor risk?Several factors increase your likelihood of having pelvic floor issues, but we can all take action.
Moving in menopause – it’s non-negotiable
December 26, 2022 7:19 am Comments Off on Moving in menopause – it’s non-negotiableHRT and meditation are great … but there’s no fit-and-well if you don’t move.
How to promote pelvic health in your netball community
December 25, 2022 3:40 am Comments Off on How to promote pelvic health in your netball communityHow to support peers and colleagues, answer questions and signpost people towards help.
How to coach midlife women
December 24, 2022 2:30 pm Comments Off on How to coach midlife womenHow to support midlife women so they stick with the sport they love.
Bladders, bowels and pelvic floors
December 23, 2022 9:21 am Comments Off on Bladders, bowels and pelvic floorsA video guide to bladders, bowels and pelvic floors; issues that arise and actions to take.
Support your teammates through menopause
December 22, 2022 12:08 pm Comments Off on Support your teammates through menopauseDr Bella Smith on how to support women going through menopause now.
Bladder and bowel – an audio quiz
December 22, 2022 9:31 am Comments Off on Bladder and bowel – an audio quizPelvic health expert Baz Moffat tests your knowledge (and habits) on bladders and bowels. Where are you on the Bristol Stool Chart?
Menopause, nutrition and you
December 21, 2022 12:53 pm Comments Off on Menopause, nutrition and youBaz and menopause specialist Dr Mandy Leonhardt discuss good nutrition in midlife.
Pelvic floor exercises – a video guide
December 21, 2022 12:38 pm Comments Off on Pelvic floor exercises – a video guide"Close off your anus, relax and let go" ... a little help with your pelvic floor exercises.
Pelvic floor exercise for beginners
December 20, 2022 6:45 am Comments Off on Pelvic floor exercise for beginnersExercise and train your pelvic floor - work it in harmony with your back and abdominal muscles and diaphragm
Top UK gynaecologist talks pelvic floors
December 19, 2022 1:01 pm Comments Off on Top UK gynaecologist talks pelvic floorsBaz talks pelvic health and FAQs with Maya Al-Memar.
Clothes and kit – pregnancy and postnatal
December 18, 2022 8:52 am Comments Off on Clothes and kit – pregnancy and postnatalSporty wardrobe updates so you can move comfortably and with confidence.
The pelvic floor and the athlete
December 17, 2022 8:08 am Comments Off on The pelvic floor and the athleteIn general society, leaking is common and taboo. In professional sport it’s a whole lot more of both.
The pelvic floor and midlife
December 16, 2022 12:38 pm Comments Off on The pelvic floor and midlifeSporty or not, mum or not - chances are you’ll get pelvic floor issues in midlife. Why? It’s chemical.
The pelvic floor – pregnancy and postnatal
December 16, 2022 4:22 am Comments Off on The pelvic floor – pregnancy and postnatalPregnancy and childbirth are life’s most pelvic-floor-impacting events but you can act, talk and pass it on.