Is there a genetic basis for running performance?
Is there a genetic basis for running performance? The age old debate over nature vs nurture will always be a focus with development and potential for many aspects of human performance. In athletes it is well accepted that those who come from a family history of tall,...
LAPTOPITIS
LAPTOPITIS “A condition where suddenly moving to home-based work on a laptop results in neck pain” Laptopitis has been rife in our community since about late March 2020. Seemed to coincide with some other stuff going on in the world! It is triggered by a few different...
Neck pain and running
Neck pain and running WHAT IS THE LONG TERM PROGNOSIS? The long term outcome for this is usually very good as the long term pain is not from running itself, so once you’ve found the cause or injury of the pain you can focus on fixing those elements which often...
Bouncing back after Achilles injuries
Bouncing back after Achilles injuries If you are returning to running after an Achilles or calf injury, it is so important to progressively increase strength in that area. One of the main ways this can be done is through improving your hopping technique. Stiffness of...
The importance of patience and persistence
The importance of patience and persistence Have persistence when it comes to running Injuries absolutely suck at the best of times. They never come at a convenient time and always have a way of messing with our mindset, especially if the injury hangs around longer...
Why you should activate your glutes
Why you should activate your glutes Have you ever wondered why your glutes are so important to the overall strength and wellness of your body? We use them every day, So, why don’t we all have nice, big, strong behinds? Glutes – The Powerhouse of Your Body It may not...
Changes to Pilates in April 2019
Changes to Pilates in April 2019 How the changes to private health insurance may affect you As you may be aware, the Australian Government have made some changes to the structure of private health insurance, which will come into play in April this year. In short, many...
Lower back pain? Answer: Cupping!
Lower back pain? Answer: Cupping! Cupping can assist lower back pain Cupping is the process of using a vacuum-like device to draw up the muscle and connective tissue into a cup. This has all of the same benefits of massage, except it is a negative pressure, rather...
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