In this post we look at why multi joint exercises like the squat don’t work for injury rehab. Take a look at the image above. It’s a representation of a person’s strengths and weaknesses. The red dots show areas of muscle weakness. Weakness in this case is defined as a significant difference in the amount […]
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Why posture doesn’t matter in the way we’re told it does
In this post we discuss why posture doesn’t matter in the way we’re told it does and the best time to pay attention to it. Take a look at the image above. It’s Michael Phelps, the most decorated Olympian of all time perfectly demonstrating forward head posture. If you visited a clinic with shoulder or […]
What causes muscle cramp and how to prevent it
In this post we discuss what causes muscle cramp and what you can do to prevent it. At a glance • Traditional view: Cramp was long thought to be caused by dehydration or low electrolytes (salt loss). This explains why miners, stokers, and athletes in hot conditions benefitted from adding salt. • But cramps aren’t only […]
Prioritise value over price when choosing a personal trainer
In this post we discuss why you should prioritise value over price when choosing a personal trainer and the potential costs of not doing so. Are there certain purchases you make where you’re insensitive to price? These are usually things you really value. For me it’s anything related to music. Good quality speakers, amplifiers and […]
Why strength training for masters endurance athletes is crucial for health and performance
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 […]