In this post we discuss whether desk work can cause neck and back injuries and how to approach the issue if you’re suffering from pain. I recently read a post on LinkedIn that claimed desk workers were ‘destroying their bodies’ by, well, sitting at their desk. The post had illustrations of a skeleton sitting at […]
Training
Bored with exercise? You’re not paying attention
In this post we discuss what to do if you’re bored with exercise and how paying attention can make exercise more interesting. ‘If you’re bored you’re not paying close enough attention.’ Sam Harris Whilst this quote is not directly related to exercise, it could so easily be. Just as in life, when we get bored […]
Why force control is more important than strength as you age
In this post we discuss why force control is more important than strength as you age and what you can do to improve it. You may be aware that regular resistance training can help reduce the negative effects the ageing process has on muscle mass and strength. Whilst this is true, researchers point to a […]
How to get stronger without getting injured if you’re over 60
In this post we discuss how to get stronger without getting injured if you’re over 60. Like most people your age you may have noticed a few changes to your body that you’d like to address. Perhaps everyday tasks are becoming more challenging than they used to be. Things like walking up stairs or carrying […]
Why the resistance profile of an exercise matters for injury rehabilitation
In this post we discuss what the resistance profile of an exercise is and why it matters for injury rehabilitation. Force, or rather your body’s ability to tolerate it is the reason any injury occurs. This can occur in a single incident like a fall for example, or more chronically through activities like running. Applying […]