Shoshin Movement in Cairns, Queensland, Australia | Sports & fitness instruction

Shoshin Movement

Locality: Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Phone: +61 432 326 673

Address: Level 2, 82 Grafton Street 4870 Cairns, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.shoshinmovement.com

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25.01.2022 We all know that our trainer William loves kettlebells We've just received a new bunch of high quality kettlebells from @smai_sports If you're interested in learning how to use them properly to increase your strength and conditioning, our upcoming 4 week kettlebell fundamentals challenge starts 26th of October.... There will be limited spots, so send us a message to register your interest!

24.01.2022 Since starting our kettlebell classes, Sally has been an avid attendee with a smile The focus point of these classes isn't just about strength and cardio fitness. We put a great deal of effort to teach the fundamental movements properly, with scalability for people of all levels and abilities. ... Our 2 Week Intro Offer gives unlimited access to all of our classes, so come and join in on the fun! www.shoshinmovement.com/intro

23.01.2022 When it comes to kettlebell swings, we teach our members to bring the kettlebell only to a shoulder/head height. This is a safe measure and there's absolutely no need to swing the kettlebell any further. You may have seen some people swinging the kettlebell all the way to an overhead position, though we avoid this because it can easily lead to shoulder injuries.... Why? Because most people simply don't have the range of motion in the shoulders and thoracic spine to safely bring the kettlebell overhead. 1. If the person doesn't have this overhead mobility, the explosive nature of the kettlebell swing can cause the soft tissues of the shoulder to run into the bony structures surrounding the shoulder, leading to shoulder impingement issues. 2. Couple this with the close hand grip that a kettlebell demands, and you close the shoulder joint even further, compounding the above issue. 3. The kettlebell swing is primarily a posterior chain exercise (glutes, hamstring and lower back). By pulling the kettlebell to the overhead position, you end up involving the shoulder and arm muscles, which essentially takes away the extra hip power you could develop from using a heavier kettlebell to the safe shoulder/head height. Come and check out our Kettlebell classes, and learn how to safely swing your way to improved strength and cardio fitness!

20.01.2022 How to Achieve your New Years Resolutions the SMART Way It’s that time of year again. 2021 is right around the corner. We know many of you will have the best intentions to start the new year off the right way and set your formidable New Years resolutions! 2021 will be the year right? It can be! Let us help you set SMART goals in 2021 and give you the best chance at achieving the life you desire!... We have explained exactly what you need to do to set and achieve your goals in our new blog post. We also provide a printable template to help you get started. You can find out more at shoshinmovement.com/blog/smart-goals Your goals are within reach!

19.01.2022 Whether you're a young athlete who needs skills on the field, a desk bound office worker who needs to engage their nervous system or someone older who wants to reduce their slips and falls... Basic hand-eye coordination is important for everyone. In this photo there's people of different walks of life, ages and levels of ability yet they all benefit the same. ... Our Progressive Movement classes are focused on strength training but always include time for play work in each session to learn new skills. Learn, play, refine, PROGRESS. Our 2 Week Intro Offer is the perfect way to see how we are different to all the other gyms in town www.shoshinmovement.com/intro

16.01.2022 Resident member Emma smashing out some solid reps of a Chinup + Skin The Cat combo! Our members have been having lots of fun (and muscle soreness ) with our current program in our Progressive Movement classes, involving a mixture of gymnastic, barbell and kettlebell strength for the upper and lower body. Come and join in on the fun with our 2 or 4 Week Intro - www.shoshinmovement.com/intro

15.01.2022 It goes without saying that having good spinal mobility goes a long way with the longevity of your shoulder health. In our Bamboo Mobility classes, we always begin with passive stretches to open up your range of motion. This is where you gain new flexibility. A lot of stretch classes will only focus on this aspect of stretching. ... At Shoshin Movement, we apply progressive and safe load to this new flexibility, so that you build strength and control in your new range of motion. The benefits of being strong in your flexibility include injury prevention, pain reduction and having more freedom in your body to do the things you love. Be like bamboo bend, but don't break! We're now offering a 4 Week Intro Offer, so if you've always wanted to improve your mobility, now is the time! Send us a message for more info

15.01.2022 Breathwork is a dynamic mind-body practice used to enhance mental well-being, clarity, energy and inner calm. We are able to use the breath to affect our nervous system, physiology, endocrine system and circulatory system in a positive way and better manage stress in all its forms. Book your spot in our upcoming Fundamentals of Breath workshop Sept 20 @ 9.30-11.30am... https://www.facebook.com/events/329091968242742

15.01.2022 The Cat Stretch is a common stretch that focuses mainly on the opening (extension) of the thoracic spine. A little tip with this one if you want to increase the stretch in this area, a subtle change you can do is "tuck your tail down" with your pelvis. What this does is round the lower back (lumbar spine flexion), which in turn moves the stretch up a little higher into the thoracic spine and between the shoulder blades.... Give it a try!

12.01.2022 We'd like to wish you and your family a safe and happy Christmas!

11.01.2022 If you recently missed out on our fully booked Fundamentals of Breath workshop, we are hosting a last one for the year THIS SUNDAY 8th of November! From my own perspective, the last workshop was very well presented by Campbell Will and included a lot of great information. The key points that I personally took from it and implemented were: 1. How to reduce stress and improve focus. ... 2. Improving my training by using the breathing methods while resting between strength work, or while going deeper into a stretch. 3. It has definitely helped to improve my sleep (most of the members know this is a HUGE one for me) and create a solid routine that I have been following since the last workshop. I highly recommend you attend if you missed out. I'm looking forward to doing it again, since there is always more to learn about breath work! More info and reserve your spot via https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fundamentals-of-breath-tickets See you there - Dave

11.01.2022 Awesome progress from Elise! Of the three main entries to a handstand (straddle, tuck and pike), the pike entry is the hardest. This is due to the pike position requiring the most hip compression and thoracic extension of the three, as well as having the longest lever (straight legs). ... A few weeks back Elise was finding difficulty with this entry, but with practice she's now getting great consistency and control. Come and see why our handstand classes are so popular and fun! 2 and 4 week trials available at www.shoshinmovement.com/intro

08.01.2022 At Shoshin Movement, we strive to teach correct technique, form and movement patterns. It's what we pride ourselves on, it's what we are known for, and it's why people come to us to improve their strength, flexibility and skill development all under the one roof. In this video snippet, Will explains a few key points on positioning a kettlebell in the "racked" position, while creating tension to further increase strength, power and efficiency when pressing it overhead. ... Did you know that we have a 4 week kettlebell challenge? You can find out more info and sign up by visiting the link below ONLY 5 SPOTS AVAILABLE! www.shoshinmovement.com/4wkb

08.01.2022 This Sunday's event has sold out .... BUT we have just released an additional 5 tickets. They will go quick, so if you or someone you know is interested, get in fast! https://www.facebook.com/events/329091968242742/

08.01.2022 We love bang for buck equipment like the kettlebell. It's practical enough to build full body strength and endurance, while being portable enough to do a workout in a small space. No need for big fancy equipment - these little rippers do the lot! ... Come and learn the art of the kettlebell every Tue 7am, Thu 7am and Sat 10am. We've also got a 4 week kettlebell challenge coming soon! Stay tuned

06.01.2022 This morning we were excited to host the Fundamentals of Breath workshop with Campbell Will from Breath&bodytherapy. We learned a myriad of exercises and strategies to become aware, take control and optimise our breath to benefit our bodies nervous system and reduce stress. Being a physiotherapist, Campbell clearly explained why breathwork is so important, especially in our modern and busy lives. ... To say the least, it was a breath of fresh air Thanks to everyone who came! We had a full house, but if you missed out, we'll be hosting this workshop again very soon!

02.01.2022 A beautiful video made by one of our regular students, Holly Holly has been training with us for 2 years now, and in this video she shows a montage of how her handstand training has progressed throughout that time. Starting from no handstand, Holly has unlocked the inverted strength and freedom to be able to move in and out of all the main shapes with ease (straddle, tuck, pike as well as a contortion shapes), perform multiple press to handstands, and is now beginning t...o dive into the one arm handstand. We're blessed to have such a dedicated and hard working student and we're honoured that our studio has been a positive influence on her life! As always, onwards and up(sidedown)wards!

02.01.2022 Eva has been with us for the past 3 months and has made amazing progress on her handstand. She has quickly progressed on some of the wall drills, and we're starting to see some free handstand holds in the mix. Yesterday she set a record of 28 seconds! ... Want to handstand like Eva? Send us a message to learn more about our Handstand classes and how you can have fun getting inverted!