In this post we discuss why strength training for masters endurance athletes is crucial for both health and performance. Meet Dominique. Here she is (on the left) with her silver medal from a recent International Biathlon Union Sprint Masters event in Norway. Outstanding. Dominique originally came to me with a back problem that was affecting […]
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The best exercise for knee Osteoarthritis
In this post we discuss the best exercise for knee Osteoarthritis and dispel some common myths about the condition. At a glance Osteoarthritis (OA) is a disease of the whole joint (not just cartilage) and is driven by systemic inflammation. Exercise helps—but must be within your joint’s tolerance (avoid too much too soon). Strength training is the […]
Why squats, push ups and chin ups aren’t enough for health or rehab
In this post we discuss why squats, push ups and chin ups aren’t enough to keep you healthy and won’t provide the best rehab outcomes. Recently two posts on social media from rehab professionals caught my attention. Here’s what they said; ‘From the millions of exercises out there, I really just rotate between 4 or […]
The most important question to ask when something hurts
In this post we discuss why the most important question to ask when something hurts is, now what? When we feel pain, muscle tightness, or limitations in our bodies, there’s an understandable desire to identify the cause. We want to know what this thing is. What’s it called? Why has it happened? Many times however […]
Why you shouldn’t use exercise to lose weight
In this post we discuss why you shouldn’t use exercise to lose weight and what can sometimes happen if you do. At a glance • Weight loss = reducing body fat, which requires a calorie deficit. • Using exercise to burn calories creates an unhealthy relationship with training, leading to burnout and injury. • Sudden […]