Monique Turner Biokineticist

Monique Turner Biokineticist Medical and Health

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28/08/2026

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August marks the end of the coldest winter months, bringing chilly mornings, mild afternoons, and the early signs of warmer spring weather. As late winter shifts toward spring across South Africa, it is common to notice your body adapting to changing temperatures. ❄️🌱

Cool morning starts can leave joints feeling a bit stiff, while warmer sunny afternoons tempt us to jump straight back into higher-intensity outdoor movement. Taking time for a thorough dynamic warmup, staying hydrated, and easing gradually into seasonal routine changes helps prevent sudden strains or joint flareups. 🏃🏽‍♀️☀️

Adapting your movement as the seasons turn is one of the best ways to protect your physical wellbeing and stay pain-free. 🌼🧘🏻‍♂️

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26/08/2026

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Want to expand your specialised rehabilitation skills for lower limb amputees?

Our course on muscle synergy and rehabilitation for lower limb amputees provides practical insights into muscle activation patterns, gait retraining, and prosthetic integration. Developing targeted exercise protocols allows you to help amputees rebuild mobility, balance, and physical confidence.

Enrol at:
https://biokineticssa.org.za/courses/muscle-synergy-and-rehab-lower-limb-amputees/

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09/08/2026

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Happy National Women's Day to all the amazing women across South Africa! 🇿🇦 👩🏽‍🤝‍👩🏻

Today we celebrate your strength, resilience, and vital role in our country. Part of celebrating women is prioritizing your long-term health, strength, and physical wellbeing.

Women experience unique health needs throughout life. Pregnancy, postpartum recovery, bone density, and joint health all require smart care. Biokineticists help women move safely and confidently at every stage. Through personalized movement assessments and targeted exercise programs, biokinetics helps you stay pain-free, prevent injuries, and build lasting strength.

Investing in your body is the ultimate act of empowerment. Learn about how biokinetics can help you get (or stay) strong at
💻 http://biokineticssa.org.za

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30/07/2026

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Join us in congratulating Prof Lynn Smith on her latest achievement!

Prof Lynn Smith, Head of the Department of Sport and Movement Studies University of Johannesburg, has been appointed to the Health Professions Council of South Africa's Professional Board for Physiotherapy, Podiatry and Biokinetics. Nominated by Universities South Africa (USAf), with her appointment formally confirmed by the Minister of Health on 26 July, Prof Smith will serve on the Board until 31 October 2030, contributing to the governance, regulation and advancement of these professions in South Africa. Congratulations to Prof Smith on this well-deserved national leadership appointment.

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28/07/2026

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Fascia is the connective tissue that surrounds your muscles, bones and organs, helping your body move as one connected system. When fascia becomes restricted, movement can feel stiff, uncomfortable or less efficient.

Biokineticists use movement assessments to identify restrictions that may be affecting the way your body moves. Through targeted mobility, strengthening and functional exercise programmes, they help improve movement quality, restore flexibility and support better overall function.

👉 Discover how biokinetics can help you move more freely:
https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

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08/07/2026

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Did you know that grip strength is considered an important marker of overall health?

Research has shown that lower grip strength is associated with reduced muscle function, frailty and poorer long-term health outcomes.

Biokineticists assess grip strength alongside other functional movement tests to gain valuable insight into your overall physical health. From there, they prescribe targeted strengthening exercises to improve muscle function, support independence and enhance your ability to perform everyday tasks with confidence.

👉 Learn more about what biokinetics can do for you:
https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

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06/07/2026

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Progress doesn't only happen during exercise - it happens during recovery.

Recovery allows your muscles, joints and nervous system to adapt, rebuild and become stronger while reducing the risk of overuse injuries.

Biokineticists don't just prescribe exercise, they also help determine the right balance between training, recovery and progression. By tailoring programmes to your body's needs, they help maximise results while reducing the risk of setbacks or injury.

👉 Learn more about movement as medicine:
https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

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01/07/2026

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It's Corporate Wellness Week here in SA!

Healthy employees are happier, more productive and more resilient. That's why more organisations are recognising the value of biokinetics as part of their corporate wellness strategy.

Biokineticists help employees manage musculoskeletal pain, improve posture, reduce the effects of prolonged sitting, prevent workplace injuries and encourage healthier movement habits. Through movement assessments, ergonomic guidance and tailored exercise programmes, biokinetics supports healthier teams and contributes to reduced absenteeism and improved workplace wellbeing.

Investing in movement is investing in your people.

👉 Discover how Biokinetics SA can support your corporate wellness programme:
https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

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29/06/2026

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Core strength is not just about aesthetics - it supports posture, balance and spinal stability.

A strong core helps your body move more efficiently and reduces strain on surrounding muscles and joints.

Everyday activities like walking, lifting, bending and even sitting rely on core stability. Improving core function can help reduce discomfort and support better movement patterns overall.

👉 Discover the benefits of movement-based rehabilitation:
https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

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19/06/2026

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Chronic stress can contribute to muscle tension, fatigue and reduced physical function.

Structured movement helps regulate stress responses, improve circulation and support overall physical resilience.

Movement can also assist in reducing tension stored in the body, supporting better sleep, improved focus and healthier energy levels over time.

👉 Learn how movement supports whole-body health:
https://biokineticssa.org.za/public-information/

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