Info on how to best treat injuries and speed up rehabilitation times
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
Knee pain is one of the most common complaints in any sports injury clinic let alone a running clinic. But its rarely ever the knee’s fault when they get sore. Usually its the foot or the hip that places increased strain on the tissues around the knee which become irritated and inflamed. Treating the symptoms … Read more
If you’re worried about your basic flexibility and / or strength then doing the following DIY Assessment once a month can show if you are changing for better or worse as time passes. To make it work mark each exercise out of 10. Give yourself a 10 if you find the exercise easy Give your … 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