A Simple Way to Think About Our Life Balance A simple analogy about life balance has been shared in wellbeing conversations for many years – and it still resonates today. In 1991 in a well-known speech by Brian Dyson, a former CEO of Coca Cola, said, “Imagine life is a game in which you are […]
Sleep Well, Live Better
We often talk about nutrition, movement, and mental resilience when it comes to health and wellbeing. But sleep is the foundation that supports them all. Why Sleep Matters More Than We Think Sleep affects nearly every system in the body. Quality sleep supports: When sleep is poor or inconsistent – there is increased fatigue, reduced […]
Why Traditional Manual Handling Training Isn’t Reducing Injuries
This article has been adapted from insights provided by Alison Richmond of Provention, creator of First Move Training, which is delivered in Northland by AIM. Most managers who contact Alison and her team at Provention describe the same frustrating pattern: Manual handling training gets delivered Attendance is recorded Staff can repeat the usual lines Strain […]
Understanding Neck Pain, Posture, and Movement
Understand and Protect the Most Mobile Part of Your Spine This article has been kindly shared by Alison Richmond from First Move Training and Provention. Your neck may be small, but it does a massive job. It supports your head, allows you to look around, and keeps you moving through your day – yet […]
‘Back Care Rules’ (For Holidays & Everyday Life)
Why Psychosocial Risks Matter in Every Workplace
When we think about health and safety at work, most of us think about physical risks– heavy lifting, slips, or workstation setup. Mental and social aspects of work can be just as harmful if not managed well. These are known as psychosocial risks – and they are now recognised as part of an employer’s legal […]
AIM: Your Partner in Workplace Wellness
You may know AIM for our ACC-based injury support and rehabilitation services – but that’s just one part of what we do. We’re proud to partner with Northland businesses to strengthenWorkplace Wellbeing, Injury Prevention and Early Support right through to long term recovery. AIM can help you create safer, healthier, and more productive workplaces by […]
Why Regular Movement Is the Secret to Healthy, Pain-Free Joints
This article has kindly been shared by Alison Richmond of Provention Our joints are designed to move – – and without regular motion, they can lose function and become stiff over time. Think of your joints like high-performance machinery: without care, they don’t operate smoothly. Regular movement helps circulate synovial fluid, which lubricates the cartilage […]
Don’t Fear Impact – Embrace It for Stronger Joints
Healthy Joints Need Impact This article has kindly been shared by Alison Richmond of Provention When most people think about joint health, they focus on flexibility or pain relief. But do you know what the real secret is to stronger, longer-lasting joints? Load and Impact! Joints are living tissue. They thrive when they’re appropriately loaded, but […]
Why “Keep Your Back Straight and Bend Your Knees” Is Bad Advice
This article has kindly been shared by Alison Richmond of Provention We’ve all heard it: “Keep your back straight and bend your knees.” It’s on safety posters, repeated in training courses, and drilled into us since childhood. The problem? It’s completely backwards. Not only does it fail to support natural movement, it actually creates more tension, […]









