Nicolien Meyer Biokinetics is located in Garsfontein, Pretoria East. Services:
1. Exercise guidanc Services:
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Exercise guidance during & after pregnancy
Nicolien Meyer is skilled and qualified in offering safe and effective exercise guidance during pregnancy. Pregnancy and post-partum rehabilitation is her passion and she is well versed in all things pregnancy and pregnancy recovery. This type of rehabilitation includes but is not limited to pelvic floor rehabilitation and core and abdominal retraining.
16/08/2026
Sleep is when your body gets the chance to recover, repair and recharge. 💤💪
If you're training hard but constantly feeling tired, sore or lacking energy, don't forget to look at the quality and quantity of your sleep.
Recovery is part of the process — not an afterthought.
02/08/2026
Resistance training is SAFE and INDICATED in pregnancy
Old, out-of-date research says:
-keep it light and easy
-resistance work is risky
-we’ve thoroughly tested resistance training
-the risks outweigh the benefits
NEW RESEARCH:
-45 randomized control trials
-show reduction in complications
-58% lower gestational hypertension
-52% lower mood disorders
-38% lower gestational diabetes
-33% lower macrosomia (large baby)
Every joint needs movement. 🦴✨
Not moving as easy as you used to?
From your neck to your ankles, your joints are designed to move. Regular movement helps reduce stiffness, improve flexibility, nourish your joints, and keep everyday activities feeling easier.
Don't wait until you're in pain to start looking after your joints. A few minutes of mobility and strengthening exercises each day can go a long way toward keeping you moving well for years to come
Try some of these mobility exercises to get you moving better💙
I have seen countless videos instructing women to squat with their feet and hips turned out because of Q-angle🙄
But this is purely oversimplification of a movement where a couple of components play a role.
-pelvis anatomy
-ankle and hip mobility
-q-angle
-femur length
What is great is that we are realizing that we move differently to men. And there are a variety of ways to adjust movements to make them feel most comfortable for YOUR body.
So there is no such thing as a “perfect” squat technique. Instead , find the squat position that fits your body the best 🏋️♀️
Age is just a number—strength, confidence, and movement are for every stage of life. 💪✨
Thoracic rotation is a powerful “reset button” for your nervous system.
Active twisting of the mid-back signals the body that it is safe, shifting into a more relaxed parasympathetic state.
Rotation Deactivates the Stress Response: The thoracic spine houses the sympathetic nervous system chain. Under stress, this area gets rigid.Rotation releases built-up physical tension, preventing your body from locking into a stress posture.
Rotation Unlocks the Breath: Mid-back stiffness compresses the rib cage, leading to shallow chest breathing. Thoracic rotation expands the ribs, allowing for deep, calming diaphragmatic breathing.
Rotation signals Safety: By moving the spine through its natural ranges without pain, you flood the brain with sensory inputs that tell your nervous system to relax and let go.
🔥 CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE 🔥
Every day is a chance to get stronger, more mobile, and more stable 💪🏼
1️⃣ Mobility: 10 deep squats with good form
2️⃣ Balance: 10 single leg deadlifts without falling over
3️⃣ Stability: Bird Dog Hold – 15 seconds each side
Small movements. Big difference. 🧠✨
14/06/2026
✨ Move for Your Health ✨
Exercise isn't just about fitness—it's one of the best investments you can make in your overall health. Every walk, workout, stretch, or movement session contributes to a healthier heart, a stronger body, a clearer mind, better sleep, and long-term disease prevention.
Remember: you don't have to be perfect. Just keep moving. 💙
Last week’s balance challenge was on the floor... but if you nailed that one, it’s time to level up! 👣🔥
Try the same challenge on a pillow or balance pad and see how much harder your body has to work to stay stable.
Balance isn't just about standing on one leg — it's about coordination, control, and injury prevention.
| Monday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 12:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 17:00 |