In this post we discuss allostatic load and its effect on chronic injury rehab. We also look at strategies to aid recovery. At a glance Allostatic load refers to the cumulative stress placed on the body from all of life’s demands, not just the physical ones. Chronic injury can persist when total stress exceeds the body’s […]
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Why musculoskeletal health care must include resistance training
In this post we discuss why musculoskeletal health care must include resistance training to both improve results and reduce costs. At a glance MSK issues (like back pain) affect 20+ million in the UK and cost billions. Rising costs are due to over-investigation, over-treatment, and an ageing population. Scans often show normal age-related changes, leading to unnecessary procedures. Resistance training is a proven, low-cost solution […]
Are you injured or do you just need a good night’s sleep?
In this post we discuss the influence lifestyle factors can have on pain and discomfort. Here’s an interesting phenomenon I’ve noticed over the years, nearly every client I’ve worked with rarely experiences pain or discomfort whilst on holiday. Conversely, many experience a worsening of their symptoms if they get a cold or the flu. What […]
How to improve your balance if balance exercises don’t work
In this post we discuss how to improve your balance if you find that balance exercises don’t work. At a glance • A recent study suggested that failing to balance on one leg for 10 seconds doubles the risk of dying within 10 years. • Balance is important, especially as we age, but it’s only […]
Your muscular system is the key to achieving your goal, whatever that is
In this post we discuss why your muscular system is the key to achieving your goal. Let me start by asking you a question, what’s your goal? What are you trying to achieve with your exercise programme? Or put another way, what do you want to be able to do that you can’t now? What […]