Having a baby will significantly change your life and your body – there are numerous reasons why exercise is so important after giving birth to your baby. There are of course the more obvious benefits such as weight loss, however …
An ancient multi-purpose spiritual, mental and physical practice which originated from South East Asia over 3000 years ago – Yoga encourages mental and spiritual well-being through a series of exercises, postures and breathing techniques which focus on building strength, flexibility, …
A couple of short videos for anyone suffering from tendinopathy or crepitus in knee pain: 10 truths about tendinopathy Crepitus on knee pain patients
Yoga and Pilates are mindful, low impact exercises, with a number of similarities as well as a number of differences. Pilates is frequently described as an activity which focuses on core and muscle strengthening, whereas yoga is all about overall …
As the London Marathon draws ever closer, it’s vitally important that all runners consider their health and wellbeing both before and after the big day. Taking part in the UK’s biggest marathon, running related injuries undoubtedly surge before, during and …
What Is the Achilles Tendon? The Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in the body – it consists of a tough band of fibrous tissue which connects the calf muscles to the heel bone. Tendinopathy is a type of tendon …
Running is an extremely popular type of high impact, cardio activity. It is a highly effective way to burn calories and get fit. It also brings with it a wide range of both physical and psychological benefits, helping to strengthen …
Shin Splints describe sharp pains felt in the shins or around the area of the front lower legs. The name ‘shin splints’ is a blanket term which refers to a number of different conditions related to shin pain. Pain in …
Running a marathon may be one of the biggest challenges of a life time for some, many will not even make it to the start line, let alone the finish line. This is usually due to lack of adequate preparation …
Most women experience aches and pains of some description during pregnancy – this is perfectly normal, as the ligaments in the body soften and stretch in preparation for labour. In some cases however, these symptoms may become more severe and …