In this post we take a detailed look at why you should train your adductors for both rehab and sports performance. We also look at the reasons why the adductors seem to be so undervalued in both. In rehab and exercise more generally, there tends to be a bias towards stretching some muscles and strengthening others. […]
Rehabilitation
How to reduce back pain and tightness with 3 simple exercises.
In this post I’ll show you how to reduce back pain and tightness with 3 simple exercises you can do at home. If you’ve suffered from back pain in the past, it’s not surprising that it may have returned during this testing period. The research shows a clear link between psychological stress and pain. Not […]
Will Coronavirus signal the beginning of the end for manual therapy?
In this post we discuss the impact Coronavirus has had on the delivery of injury rehabilitation services and ask whether this is the beginning of the end for manual therapy? On the 21st of March the government closed all gyms and health centres in the U.K. That decision may provoke a major shift in how […]
How to perform the perfect push up
In part three of this home exercise series, we look at the how to perform the perfect push up. In addition I’ll show you how to make adjustments to further stimulate certain muscles. The push up is an incredibly versatile exercise. For many people it will provide a significant challenge to the muscles of the […]
The 4 best core exercises for home workouts with no equipment
In this post we look at the 4 best core exercises for home workouts, no equipment necessary. On day 4 of the official government lockdown here in London, we look at the most effective exercises for your core that you can do at home. So, what is your core? Whilst there’s no universally agreed definition, […]