One of the staples of training for quite a while now has been core work but sadly core work has been confused and replaced by abdominal work way too often. While planks do have a place in training they are not specifically core work for back protection. Sit ups and crunches are even worse and … Read more
Part 1 and Part 2 dealt with Running Symmetry and Joint Mobility so in this last instalment we are going to look at monitoring Technique in your Gym Work A full well balanced training plan should incorporate the 8 key movements and skills that cover all our sporting and daily needs These movements or skills are … Read more
I come from a background where treatment of pain comes from doing the right exercises It’s always concerning to me when I have clients or patients dealing with pain issues that are not compliant with their PT exercises. Sadly the most common reason for the lack of reduction in pain is not doing the exercises … Read more
In Part 1 we looked at the value of assessing / measuring Running Symmetry. This time we are going to look at why its useful to keep track of your joint mobility. The reason is relatively simple an athlete lacking hip flexion may compensate by creating excessive flexion at the lumbar spine or an athlete lacking … Read more