In this post, we ask if you are compensating around muscle weakness in the gym, using the case of Sarah as an example. I use this blog to spread ideas that I hope make a difference to people’s lives. If you’re a regular reader you’ll know these posts usually sit at the intersection of chronic […]
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Why back pain becomes chronic and what to do if it does
In this post we discuss why back pain becomes chronic and the steps you can take to begin your recovery. Back pain is the leading cause of disability world wide. It was responsible for over 60 million disability-adjusted life years in 2015. Most cases of back pain are self-limiting, but in a significant number of […]
Why mobility exercises aren’t necessary if you train right
In this post, we discuss why mobility exercises aren’t necessary if you’re training through a full, actively controlled range of motion. The evidence suggests it can replace dedicated stretching routines entirely. The mobility industry is booming — foam rollers, spiky balls, dedicated stretch classes, and morning routines built around hip circles and thoracic rotations. The […]
The client who forgot to mention a car crash
In this post we discuss a client who forgot to mention a car crash, and how beliefs affect outcomes as much as physical training. Every now and again something happens at work that surprises me. Recently, it was a client forgetting to mention she’d been in a car crash several years ago. Ok, I’ll add […]
Gym machine causing pain? Here’s what to check before you blame the equipment
If a gym machine is causing pain, we discuss what 3 things to check and when to abandon a machine altogether. Every now and again I get the chance to leave my gym and train at someone else’s. There’s usually a good reason for this and 9 times out of 10 it’s to try a […]