In this post, we discuss why using anti-inflammatories to play golf isn’t good for you — or your game. Golf is a peculiar activity in that even golfers don’t seem to think it’s a sport they should train for. Let me ask you this, how far do you think you walk on an average round […]
Training
Should you strengthen some muscles and stretch others?
In this post we discuss the flawed concept that you should strengthen some muscles and stretch others. This idea is still pervasive in both the rehab and fitness world. It proposes that some muscles are prone to weakness and others are prone to tightness. Hence you should strengthen some and stretch others. Oh and you […]
Stretching for sciatica not working? Try this
In this post we look at an alternative approach if stretching for sciatica is not working. Sciatica describes a situation where the sciatic nerve is being compressed or is irritated. In around 90% of cases this is due to a spinal disc herniation. This was the case with Djordje. Djordje came to me with nerve […]
How resistance training can prevent fractures if you fall
In this post we discuss how resistance training can prevent fractures if you fall. I’ve written before how resistance training can help to improve your balance and prevent falls as you get older. Resistance training has a further benefit however. If you’re unlucky enough to actually fall, it can help prevent more serious injuries like […]
The surprising benefits of resistance training
In this post we discuss some of the surprising benefits of resistance training. When we think about the benefits of resistance training we usually think about getting stronger. Regular training does so much more for you than that however. A healthy muscular system holds the key to more than you might think. We know your […]