Auckland Health and Performance

06/06/2026

Did you know chiropractic and acupuncture work better together? 💪
At AHAP we don't just treat the injury — we take you through every stage of recovery with a fully coordinated plan between Dr. Kylie and Annie Yang.
Here's how it works 👇
𝟭. Pain Relief — joint adjustments + trigger point release
𝟮. Restoring Motion — spinal mobility work + soft tissue release & fire cupping
𝟯. Rebuilding Strength — exercise rehab + reducing muscle guarding
𝟰. Prevention — load management + ongoing soft tissue maintenance
Two practitioners. One plan. Better results. ✅
ACC registered — no referral needed.
Sessions from $30 with ACC.
📍 East Tamaki, Auckland
📞 027 213 9515
🔗 Book online — link in bio

Auckland Health & Performance now offers acupuncture in East Auckland with Annie Yang — a registered acupuncturist with over five years of clinical experience. In this post we introduce Annie, explain what sports acupuncture and fire cupping are, and show how acupuncture and chiropractic work toge...

03/06/2026

❄️ Winter Is Here... And So Are The Headaches ❄️

If you've noticed more headaches, neck tension, stiffness, or fatigue lately, you're not alone.

As the temperatures drop, many of us start moving less. We spend more time sitting, working indoors, scrolling on our phones, and less time getting the movement our bodies need.

The result?

🔵 More tension headaches from tight neck and shoulder muscles.
🔵 More cervicogenic headaches originating from the joints and muscles of the neck.
🔵 Increased migraine triggers from stress, poor sleep, dehydration, and disrupted routines.
🔵 More stiffness throughout the spine and upper back.

The good news is that movement is medicine.

Even a daily walk, a few mobility exercises, regular strength training, or simply getting up from your desk more often can help keep your joints moving, muscles active, and nervous system functioning at its best.

Chiropractic care can also help reduce tension, improve spinal movement, address neck-related headaches, and keep you functioning well throughout the colder months.

Don't let the winter blues, inactivity, and poor posture take control of how you feel.

Keep moving.
Look after your spine.
Take care of your health.

If headaches, neck pain, or stiffness are becoming a regular part of your week, it may be time to get checked.

📍 Auckland Health & Performance
🌐 www.ahap.co.nz

👇 What tends to flare up for you during winter: headaches, neck pain, back pain, or stiffness?

02/06/2026

❄️ Winter Is Here – Keep Moving This June ❄️

As the temperatures drop, many of us start moving less, sitting more, and feeling the effects in our bodies.

Sound familiar?

➡️ Tight shoulders
➡️ Rounded posture
➡️ Neck tension
➡️ Headache
➡️ Upper back stiffness

One simple exercise I often recommend is the IYWL exercise

This movement helps activate the muscles that support good posture, improve shoulder mobility, and strengthen the upper back muscles that often become weak from prolonged sitting.

Think of it as a reset button for your posture.

Try performing 8-12 repetitions of each position (I, Y, W, and L) with slow, controlled movement and focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together.

Small amounts of movement performed consistently can make a huge difference to how your body feels this winter.

Move more. Sit less. Feel better.

If headaches, neck pain, shoulder tension, or poor posture are slowing you down, we're here to help.

📍 Auckland Health & Performance
🌐 www.ahap.co.nz

28/05/2026

“Hips don’t lie” 🔥

One of my favourite ways to open up tight hips — a relaxed external rotation stretch that feels as good as it looks.

Great for:
✔️ Hip mobility
✔️ Reducing stiffness
✔️ Helping you move more freely
✔️ Post-training recovery

Sometimes the best mobility work isn’t forcing range… it’s learning to relax into it. 🙌

27/05/2026

Hip aeroplanes ✈️🔥

One of my favourite drills for hip stability, balance, glute control, and improving motor control around the pelvis.

Using the foam roller against the wall gives feedback and support while teaching the hip to control movement properly — not just create force.

If you’ve got stubborn SI joint pain, poor single leg stability, or you keep feeling “tight” on one side… sometimes the issue isn’t stretching. It’s control.

Train the hip. Control the pelvis. Own the movement.

26/05/2026

Fire cupping 🔥

One of the oldest recovery therapies still used today for a reason. Cupping can help reduce muscle tension, improve circulation, support recovery, and leave you feeling looser and more relaxed afterwards.

Perfect for:
✔️ Tight muscles
✔️ Gym soreness
✔️ Neck & back tension
✔️ Stress & recovery
✔️ Athletes & active lifestyles

No, it shouldn’t be painful 😅
Most people find it relaxing and walk out feeling lighter and freer in movement.

Now available at Auckland Health & Performance with our acupuncture services.

📍 East Auckland
📲 Book online at www.ahap.co.nz

25/05/2026

Shoulder pain with pressing or overhead work? 👀

This banded shoulder extension drill with pronation/supination and traction is one of my go-to exercises for lifters and CrossFit athletes dealing with cranky shoulders.

Great for:
✔️ Bench press pain
✔️ Overhead stiffness
✔️ Push up discomfort
✔️ Front shoulder tightness
✔️ Improving shoulder opening & movement quality

A lot of athletes hammer pushing movements but lack good shoulder mechanics, thoracic movement, and control through range.

Sometimes the shoulder doesn’t need more smashing — it needs better movement.

Train mobility WITH control 🔥

21/05/2026

New blog is live 📍

Acupuncture often comes with a lot of questions — does it work, does it hurt, and what can it actually help with?

We’ve broken it down in a simple guide so you know exactly what to expect before your first session at AHAP East Auckland.

Pain, stress, injury recovery, sleep — acupuncture can support a wide range of conditions when used as part of a full treatment approach.

Read the full blog on the website and see if it’s right for you.

👉 AHAP | East Auckland Sports Chiropractic + Acupuncture/Fire Cupping

Learn about acupuncture in East Auckland at AHAP — what conditions it treats, how it supports pain relief and recovery, whether it hurts, and ACC coverage options.

21/05/2026

VO2 max is one of the strongest predictors of longevity and overall health.

Not your bench press.
Not your squat.
Not your deadlift.

Strong is important… but so is your heart.

Train for muscle. Train for performance. But don’t neglect your engine.

Be a hybrid athlete. Lift weights. Run. Move well. Stay fit for life. 🔥❤️

19/05/2026

Does acupuncture really work? 🤔 It's one of the most Googled health questions — and the answer might surprise you.

Acupuncture has been practised for over 2,000 years, but it's only recently that Western medicine has started paying serious attention. And the results? Actually pretty compelling.

Studies published in peer-reviewed journals show acupuncture can provide real, measurable relief for:

🔹 Chronic back, neck, and joint pain
🔹 Tension headaches and migraines
🔹 Anxiety and stress
🔹 Chemotherapy-related nausea
🔹 Insomnia

The WHO recognises it as effective for over 30 conditions. That's not nothing.

Now, it's not a magic bullet — and it works better for some people than others. But the idea that it's "just a placebo" doesn't hold up to scrutiny anymore.

If you've been curious about trying it, it might be worth a conversation with a qualified practitioner.

Have you had acupuncture before? We'd love to hear what your experience was like — share in the comments! 💬