As I mentioned in last weeks post on Sciatica one of the precursors can be a difference between the amount internal and external hip rotation – Generally I would see significantly reduced internal rotation vs external rotation usually due to sitting too long at a desk. This restriction also causes reduced stride length and efficiency … Read more
Sciatica is a common type of pain which impacts the sciatic nerve as it extends down the leg. The term Sciatica is a “catch all” term which describes a particular subset of symptoms including: Low back pain Hip pain in the back of the leg which is generally worse during sitting Burning or Tingling down … Read more
Last weeks post (The Most Important thing to Learn) discussed the curvatures of the spine and the alignment that should be a goal for all of us during exercise and everyday activities .i.e. the J Curve. This is not a rigid position that should be held at all costs but rather a neutral zone that … Read more
For years we’ve been inundated with shoe technology to prevent falling / dropped / collapsing arches. But what if we had our own method of reducing the effects of these flat arches. WE DO….and we need the big toe to do it. Below we can see the Windlass Mechanism in action but you can feel … Read more
What is the Optimal Spinal Curvature???? There is a perception that we need to maintain an S Curve for core engagement and exercise efficiency but is this actually true? Looking at the spine there does indeed appear to be an S Shape to it. But look again at the low back (or lumbar area … Read more
One of the major themes across fitness and particularly running magazines over the last few years has been the importance and / or value of better functioning glute muscles. Apart from the aesthetic value of these muscles, their Function or lack thereof has a massive impact on our daily activities and not just in sporting … Read more
Monday mornings get a bad rep but many of us struggle with the all too common aches and pains in the morning, every morning. I’ve found over the years that a better routine gets rid of and reduces the occurrence of morning stiffness. I do the following three exercises when I get to the bottom … Read more
There are some common misconceptions in the health and fitness industry that not alone dont help the general but often prevent rehab and recovery from pain or injury In this post I want to banish four of these myths that prevent people from getting lasting relief in their sore, aching feet and ankles. #1: Stretching Is King … Read more
Your Ankles And Feet Are Your Body’s Primary “Shock Absorber”… When They Hurt, A Chain-Effect of Pain Shoots Up Your Legs into Your Knees, Hips and Back This is called “referred pain”, and it can be unwise to ignore. See, there are opposing forces below and above your ankle. Below your ankle and along the … Read more
Commonly referred to as the new smoking, sitting for long periods is causing increasing strain on the health and well being of millions across the globe. As we sit at school, work and at home (eating, tv time, and driving) its easy to rack up 8 – 10 hours of sitting per day But what … Read more