In this post we look at why the plank is not the best core exercise and give you other more effective options. There you are, on your elbows again staring at the floor. Have you every wondered what you’re achieving with a plank? When I ask most people they usually say ‘training my core.’ Whilst […]
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Why reps and sets for injury rehab are not important
In this post we discuss why reps and sets for injury rehab are not important and what you should focus on instead. Don’t misunderstand me, details are important. Paying attention to the right details is more important however. How many repetitions you complete of an exercise and how many sets you decide to perform should […]
How to become a stronger, injury free cyclist this winter
In this post we look at how to become a stronger, injury free cyclist this winter and lay the foundations for better performance next season. In the U.K it’s that time of year. The leaves are falling, the sun is losing its warmth and there are mince pies in the supermarket. Seriously. Winter is on […]
How to recover from long term injury using resistance training.
In this post we’ll look at how to recover from long term injury using resistance training. I’ll use a particular case study to show you what’s possible when you apply the principles we’re about to discuss. First a little background. I’m very fortunate to work with people I enjoy spending time with. I have no […]
How to maintain muscle function into your 50s
If you’re over the age of 50 I’m pretty sure you’ve had that moment where you think shit, is this what getting old feels like? The spark for that thought can be anything from difficulty playing with your kids, suffering from ever more aches and pains, or noticing your performance deteriorate in your chosen activities. […]