The Journal

Notes on feeling well.

Practical, down-to-earth writing from our team on massage, movement, recovery, sleep, stress and seasonal wellbeing.

The top 10 benefits of pregnancy massage
Pregnancy

The top 10 benefits of pregnancy massage

22 Apr 2021

Following on from last week’s email busting some of the common myths about pregnancy massage, I thought I’d dive deeper into the recognised benefits of pregnancy massage. These include treatment of various aches and pains, lowering stress and anxiety for both mum and bub. Improving sleep and birth w

Pregnancy Massage Myths Debunked
Pregnancy

Pregnancy Massage Myths Debunked

14 Apr 2021

One of our most popular services at Feel Amazing Wellness Centre in Chatswood is pregnancy massage. A commonly asked question here also relates to pregnancy massage –  is massage safe in pregnancy, especially in the first 12 weeks? The short answer is Yes! There are just a few caveats, so let’s dive

Elijah Injury Video Diary part 1
Team updates

Elijah Injury Video Diary part 1

1 Apr 2021

Elijah’s rehab from injury Most of us at some point in our lives face some type of health challenge, some bigger than others. At Feel Amazing Wellness Centre Chatswood we see people at various points in their journey. While we provide treatment for a variety of common health concerns, injuries as a

Motivation & habits part 2, and Introducing our locum Aiden!
Team updates

Motivation & habits part 2, and Introducing our locum Aiden!

26 Mar 2021

“Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.” (Jim Rohn) As motivation wanes, as it inevitably does, it’s helpful to remember that motivation was a great catalyst to get that new habit started, but it’s now brain physiology that keeps it going, in the form of neural pathways.

Team updates

Important Chiropractic update

17 Mar 2021

We are reaching out to Feel Amazing’s chiropractic clients, to let you know that Elijah will be off work for a couple of months (up to 12 weeks). He sustained an injury to his elbow while abseiling, which required surgery (Yes, we hear you.) But he’s on the mend and tells us he is looking … Continu

Motivation and habits part 1
Wellness & Lifestyle

Motivation and habits part 1

5 Mar 2021

Starting something new takes just one step (even if it sometimes means having a coffee to get you going!) Motivation is what can lead us to achieving something we want. So firstly, let’s get excited about it! Having passion for this goal will help us start and do what’s needed.  Finding the motivati

When your body isn’t just talking to you, it’s yelling – TMJ
Pain & Injury

When your body isn’t just talking to you, it’s yelling – TMJ

16 Feb 2021

One example of the way stress can impact our health is with a common condition known as TMJ (or TMD). What is TMJ? “The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the joint that connects your jaw to your skull. There is one on each side of your face, in front of each ear. These joints allow the … Continue Re

Body talk – what is your body telling you?
Chiropractic

Body talk – what is your body telling you?

2 Feb 2021

At Feel Amazing Wellness Centre we focus on you as an individual. Your body is remarkable, with a number of systems working together to function at an everyday level. So it’s important to not only pay attention to presenting symptoms but to look at how we can help our bodies function as it is design

New Year’s Resolution Tips – Part Two!
Wellness & Lifestyle

New Year’s Resolution Tips – Part Two!

19 Jan 2021

At Feel Amazing Wellness Centre in Chatswood, our practitioners are here to help you focus on the positive changes that really can make a difference. We are all dealing with increased stress and situations we’re not used to. While at this time of the year many are also settling into changed work and

New Year’s Resolution Tips!
Wellness & Lifestyle

New Year’s Resolution Tips!

5 Jan 2021

Happy New Year from all of the team at Feel Amazing Wellness Centre in Chatswood!  Are you a New Year Resolution maker? How do they work out for you? Some of us have great intentions, don’t we? If you are the type of person to follow through and achieve them, then well done! Sometimes we … Continue

We’ve got Christmas covered
Promotions & Events

We’ve got Christmas covered

8 Dec 2020

Know someone who’s stressed?  Looking for the perfect gift that’s easy to buy? We have the answer!  Feel Amazing Wellness Centre Massage Gift Vouchers are a convenient and well received present. Massage is great for stress relief, relieving aches and pains, and being a thoughtful gift that provides

Christmas hours and more
Promotions & Events

Christmas hours and more

1 Dec 2020

Well, it feels like it’s time for this year’s “new normal” anxiety to turn into Christmas anxiety – anyone with me here? But it seems a lot of us will be happy to see 2020 behind us. A new year often brings with it a sense of hope, so, here’s hoping we can spend some … Continue Reading

More about Men’s Health
Wellness & Lifestyle

More about Men’s Health

18 Nov 2020

What are some common men’s health concerns we see and how do we treat these?  From sports-related injuries or strains from working out with weights, to wry necks from computer use or having just woken up not being able to turn your head, to pain from muscle tension, tight calves that cause heel pain

Men’s Health
Wellness & Lifestyle

Men’s Health

4 Nov 2020

According to Better Health Channel, Australian men are more likely than Australian women to get sick from serious health problems, are less inclined than women to take an active role in maintaining their health, or seek professional help for problems, particularly those of an emotional nature.  So,

Milestones and more
Team updates

Milestones and more

14 Oct 2020

15% OFF 2 FEEL AMAZING (enter the code in the booking comments section for 15% off any one service during October 2020) It’s been a strange ole year 2020 and I’m starting to feel really old! I first arrived in Chatswood 21 years ago from Radelaide (or Adelaide for those uninitiated with this ironic

A Celebration of Milestones
Team updates

A Celebration of Milestones

30 Sept 2020

Feel Amazing Wellness Centre has a milestone to announce – we are celebrating being open for the last 15 years! While Anthony has been a Naturopath for 25 years, working in Chatswood for the last 21 years. As a small business, it is our clients that remain at the heart of what we do, so … Continue

Helping Treat Spring Allergies
Wellness & Lifestyle

Helping Treat Spring Allergies

16 Sept 2020

Why is hay fever worse in Spring?  Pollen counts increase at this time of year (Wattle being out in flower is always a sign that Spring is here! Ah-choo! (Ed – Bless the Dad jokes), the weather gets warmer, with an increase in windy days – all contributing to triggers for sneezing, runny nose and …

Spring Allergy Season
Wellness & Lifestyle

Spring Allergy Season

2 Sept 2020

Spring is here and with it comes increased sunshine, warmer temperatures, recreation and sporting activities outdoors, while the grass grows and flowers bloom under blue skies, which increases pollen count, grass seeds and the winds bring allergens and dust our way! As a fellow hay fever sufferer, I