A Biokineticist is an exercise specialist who increases a persons physical condition and the quality of life by means of the prescription of health exercise habits.
Take 15 mins to watch this video and learn some foundation exercises that will assist you with better posture, which will result in less stress and tension due to spending extended hours in front of your PC.
This can be done now, in front of your computer without any additional equipment or space required. You should be mindful of these tips and exercises so that you can train yourself to form a habit of better posture.
Please download the Deskercise brochure referred to in the video here.
Carlo Jacobs – BSc (Hons) Biokinetics (UWC)
Carlo is affiliated to the LifeAssist Biokinetic network. He is based in Cape Town and currently working in private practice attending to orthopaedic; acute and chronic conditions; and health and wellness coaching and onsite screening for health risks.
Carlo shares his expertise at the University of the Western Cape as a Clinical Supervisor for the Biokinetic students and the Mediclinic Panorama Hospital where he engages with the staff and support groups through talks and back care training.
His love for sport led him to assist the Belhar Rugby Football Club as the Biokineticist for the team in the top league of the Western Cape Rugby Union.
He enjoys being outdoors, and running and hiking absorb most of his spare time.