Return to running after knee injury or surgery
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When can I run again after I’ve injured my knee ? This is a common question that we get asked from clients, whether they are fitness enthusiasts, keen runners or…
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The plank: the core exercise of choice in 2022
I’m a big fan of keeping it simple and getting good at the basics. The humble plank fits this philosophy to a tee. It’s a very “simple” exercise that can…
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Acute ankle sprains, what you need to know
If you have just sprained your ankle there are a few key steps to ensure you get the management absolutely right for the best result. We have a look at…
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Are single leg exercises better for strength training in runners ?
Strength training for runners. There is a good argument that runners who add strength training to their programs will improve their running performance and reduce the risk of running related…
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Proximal hamstring tendinopathy and how to treat it effectively
Proximal hamstring tendinopathy, another pain in the bum Proximal hamstring tendinopathy (PHT) is another true pain on the bum. It can also be a tricky customer to diagnose and a…
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Getting the most from the rowing erg
The rowing ergometer is a great piece of equipment to improve your strength and fitness. There are a few pieces of cardio equipment that offer as good a whole body workout…
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ACL tears and surgery, what should you do ?
Do I need surgery after an ACL rupture ? Is ACL surgery for you ? This is a bit of a hot potato topic at the moment with some very…
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Running cadence: the secret to injury prevention ?
Does the secret to reducing running injuries lie your running cadence ? Running injuries can be frustrating injuries. They stop us doing what we love to do and often they…
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Balance is the Sixth Sense.
We are often told that balance is the key to life, as such balance exercises may be the key to successful injury rehabilitation. Balance, or proprioception, is often referred to…
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Is it safe to bend your low back when lifting?
The key messages for lifting and the lower back are: Before we get into some of the nitty gritty of lifting technique and the lower back I thought it best…
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What’s causing your shoulder pain ?
Shoulder pain diagnosis If you have shoulder pain and have had a scan its not uncommon to find you have been given the diagnosis of one of the following conditions.…
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Jumping into plyometrics, how to get the spring back in your game ,[2021]
What are plyometrics or plyometric training ? Plyometric training is mainly associated with lower limb training and rehab and is a way of developing speed and power by training the…
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Are you double jointed ? Hypermobility explained
What do we mean by being double jointed ? How to determine if you might be hypermobile Around 10% of the population are generally hypermobile and have multiple joints…
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Do the twist …Thoracic rotation and mobility exercises for the upper back
Welcome to thoracic park ! Thoracic spine movement has wide spread implications on both pain and sporting performance. For example if you are lacking movement in this area it may…
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ACL injury prevention and female athletes
ACL tears are a common injury in sports like soccer, basketball, AFL and netball. Female athletes are at a higher rate of having ACL tears compared to their male counterparts,…
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5 activities that are causing neck pain or headaches
Posture and headaches This one is pretty obvious, but relevant, particularly if you sit at a desk for the majority of your day. Forward head posture can be a major…
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5 myths busted about your headache or migraine.
There are many types of headache and migraine. In our previous blog on headaches we looked at how different headaches and migraines share common features that can be treated successfully.…
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low back pain and exercise, what should you be doing ?
Where to start with exercise to help with low back pain. There is no arguing that exercise is one of the most important factors in beating back pain, as the…
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Ideal posture and pelvic neutral. How to increase your core activation
Pelvic neutral or the neutral pelvis might be a term you’ve never heard before, unless you’re a Pilates guru. Its a simple way to be able to achieve the…
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Pulled a muscle? The anatomy of muscle tears and strains.
The anatomy of a muscle tear or strain. Muscle injuries are the most frequent cause of injury in sports and exercise. It has been estimated that 30 to 50% of…
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