The Playful Path

Initial assessments are the cornerstone of effective therapy, for children and adults populations alike. It is the first opportunity to connect and help our big and little clients through exercise, ho...

How do I Manage Challenging Behaviours?

Behaviour management is one of the most commonly asked questions from practitioners before doing my course. Let's face it, when we are dealing with complex beh...

Last month I went live to a bunch of inspired paediatric practitioners and talked about managing complex conditions and exercise and health professionals. I got the most amazing feedback so decided to...

Resilience is the ability to adapt and bounce back from adversity, trauma, or significant stress. It is not just about "toughing it out" or being unaffected by challenges; instead, it involves a proce...

Recently in our Move Talk Thrive podcast Emily Mackie and I unpacked the phenomenon that is Impostor syndrome. I then went and did some digging AKA looked at some research articles and unpacked it eve...

In the complex journey that is childhood, routines act as steady anchors, offering a sense of security and predictability amidst the ever-changing nature of a child’s life. From the moment they wake t...

In a recent webinar for my course members, I delved into the crucial aspect of enhancing school readiness through the power of physical activity and movement. We explored essential skills for school, ...

Continuously, I find myself advocating for the critical role of exercise physiologists (EPs) in paediatric health and development. The positive news is that many allied health disciplines are receptiv...

In the early years of life, adults play a pivotal role in a child's development. However, the ultimate goal should be to empower children with the skills and knowledge to take care of themselves indep...

Exercise physiologists play a vital role in enhancing the health and well-being of our clients, and our toolkit goes far beyond the traditional weights and treadmills. Not to say it’s more, it’s actua...

Goals - one of my favourite topics. It’s no secret that I love to set goals, almost to my detriment. It is one of my things. If you aren't familiar with my planning retreat every quarter follow me on ...

The Magic of Mindful Belly Breathing for Children

Breathing is the absolute life force that keeps us going. It's like the superhero power we all possess without needing a cape. But when it comes t...