The Playful Path

 

4 Creative Pilates: Inspired Exercises That Build Strength and Confidence in Kids Oct 30, 2025

“Every movement tells a story, when we listen, we start to understand the child behind it.”

At Kids Heart Pilates, we believe that movement is more than exercise, it’s how children communicate, r...

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Why Uncertainty is the Perfect Time to Step Up Sep 30, 2025

Future proof your practice for the changes ahead

What I’m hearing from Exercise Physiologists and allied health practitioners everywhere is uncertainty.

And the truth is, it is uncertain right now.

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Ditch the Paperwork Panic: Report writing made simple Aug 25, 2025

By Lizzy Dawson

For many allied health professionals, report writing is one of the most time-consuming and sometimes stress-inducing parts of the job. Between client sessions, family demands, and adm...

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Quarterly Planning with Purpose: Reverse Engineer the Life You Actually Want Jul 31, 2025

I’ve been doing my own little quarterly planning retreats since 2020, and it’s hands down the most powerful tool I use to live in alignment - to drop the guilt, manage my energy, and consistently hit ...

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The Quiet Skill That Changes Everything: Why Clinical Intuition Matters in Therapy Jul 01, 2025

Trusting Clinical Intuition in Practice

Why it matters in both adult rehab and paediatrics and how we use it across our work.

As a business owner across two very different populations from adults re...

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Wearing All the Hats: Juggling Business, Motherhood & Life Without Burning Out Jun 03, 2025

By Lizzy Dawson 

Let’s talk about the chaos behind the calm.

Because if you’re a mum, business owner, professional, or all three you know exactly what it feels like to wear all the hats.

In a recen...

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Evidence in Practice: Bridging Research and Real-Life Therapy May 02, 2025

By Lizzy Dawson - The Paediatric Practitioner

If you’re a clinician, educator, or therapist, you’ve likely heard the phrase “evidence-based practice” more times than you can count. And while we all w...

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Rethinking Initial Assessments: Setting the Foundation for Therapy That Actually Works Mar 31, 2025

By Lizzy Dawson - The Paediatric Practitioner

When it comes to paediatric therapy, I’ve learned that a well-structured initial assessment can make all the difference. It’s what sets the tone — not ju...

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Leading with Impact: Why Tracking Activities Beats Tracking Numbers Mar 03, 2025

Recently, I reviewed how I was leading my team of Exercise Physiologists. I had some KPIs in place, but when I really looked at them, I realised they weren’t inspiring my team. Instead, they were crea...

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Easing Back Into School: Helping Kids Handle Transitions Smoothly Feb 03, 2025

The start of a new school year is always a mix of excitement, nerves, and big changes—for kids and adults alike. Whether it’s getting back into a structured routine, adjusting to new teachers, or simp...

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Coregulation: What is it and How Can We Master It? Jan 06, 2025

Coregulation is one of the most important aspects of healthcare for kids. It’s something I prioritize both with my own children and in my work with clients. Rooted in neuroscience and psychology, core...

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Why Core Strength is the Foundation of All Development for Children child development kids heart pilates Dec 04, 2024

By Lizzy Dawson for Kids Heart Pilates

Core strength is often seen as the backbone of physical development, quite literally. As early as a baby’s first kicks during pregnancy, motor skills are laying...

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