In this post we explore why using a first principles approach to pain and muscle tightness leads to more effective solutions. “First principles thinking is the art of breaking down complex problems into their most fundamental truths. It’s a way of thinking that goes beyond the surface and allows us to see things from a […]
Training
GTPS: Understanding lateral hip pain and the best exercises for relief
In this post we discuss lateral hip pain and the best exercises for relief and recovery. What is lateral hip pain? Lateral hip pain or greater trochanteric pain syndrome (GTPS) as it’s now called, is pain that’s localised to an area just above the greater trochanter (the bone that sticks out at the side of […]
Is it your age or your training? How best to exercise as you age
In this post we discuss whether your age or your training is the problem if you have pain or restrictions in movement. And how to get the best out of your body as you get older. There seem to be two extreme positions on ageing: those who are in denial it’s happening at all, and […]
Why understanding force can help resolve chronic pain and injury
In this post we discuss why understanding force can help resolve chronic pain and injury. In the previous post we explored how getting stronger can help reduce pain. And specifically why resistance training is such a powerful tool to help you achieve this. Here we discuss the details that will improve your chances of success. […]
Why does getting stronger help reduce pain?
In this post we look at why getting stronger helps reduce pain, particularly if you’re suffering with chronic or ongoing injuries. There are few things in life that we know are certain, apart from death and taxes as Benjamin Franklin famously once said. Most of us believe that getting stronger will help if we have […]