How to Balance Pain and Exercise
The fact of the matter is pain is a part of life; for some it is short lived, and for others pain becomes a full time experience. But that shouldn’t mean that exercise and looking after yourself in this way is off the table. Physiotherapist Jordan Smitham discusses.
Knee Pain in Cycling – How the Pros Avoid the Most Common Injuries
Knee pain affects both professional and amateur cyclists and is often the reason for missed training days if left untreated. In this blog we discuss the common causes and how it can be managed.
Squatting: One of Your Five a Day
Unsurprisingly the squat is one of the most common exercises performed in the gym. Expert Strength & Conditioning Coach Connor Campbell explores why by highlighting the benefits for each area of the body.
Wave Training
Is your current strength programme structured? Do you have a progression plan that’s specific to your goals, or is it simply fatiguing? Discover what Wave Training is, who it could benefit and how to execute your individualised programme to achieve your athletic goals.
The Hydration Debate — How Much Water Do You Really Need?
Nutritionist Marc Bubbs explores whether there is a danger to drinking too much water and if it is better for you to drink when you’re thirsty, rather than aiming for a daily quota.
Cuff is Key: Why Shoulder Rehab Needs Consistency
As 70% of people experience shoulder pain at some point in their life it is easy to see why it is one of the most common complaints we see. Find out all about this area of the body, how it can be treated and the key to successful rehab.
Behavioural Change towards Exercise
We have all heard of the benefits of exercise (fat loss, improved mental health, reduced co-morbidities, improved wellbeing) but while some may find it easy, why is it usually challenging to make meaningful and lasting change towards exercises goals?
Returning to Hockey: How, Why & When
SEM Consultant and keen hockey player, Dr Dan Brooke, discusses the best approach for hockey players to take in the lead up to getting back on the pitch. Avoid injury by building yourself back up to your pre-covid abilities.