Why is Strength Training Important for Runners?

Why is Strength Training Important for Runners?

Strength training has become a more and more important component of running training. It is now seen as one of the biggest factors that will impact on your speed, endurance and overall performance.

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Tips to help you combat the cold weather while running

Tips to help you combat the cold weather while running

One the most common things runners experience in cold weather is exercise induced asthma. Exercise induced asthma can occur in those who already have asthma but also in those who don’t.

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Is it safe to run when pregnant?

Is it safe to run when pregnant?

There are many different views on whether it is safe to run when pregnant. During your first trimester, it is normally possible to continue with your normal exercise routine, but at a lower intensity.

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#onelegphysio

#onelegphysio

OneLeg Physio is a global balance challenge that was set up by an Australian Physiotherapist, Glenn Ruscoe. If possible, you should try the single leg balance with your eyes close. You record your 3 best times.

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Pilates exercises for lower back pain

Pilates exercises for lower back pain

Low back pain is often caused by structural imbalances in the body. Poor core strength, pelvic instability, muscle imbalances, poor posture and lack of body awareness are all factors which overload joints.

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Avoiding Injury before the Marathon

Avoiding Injury before the Marathon

Listen to your body and the warning signs it is giving. The two main injury risk factors during marathon training are increasing training load too quickly, and continuing to train with a previous injury

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Subacromial bursitis – what is it and how can physiotherapy help

Subacromial bursitis – what is it and how can physiotherapy help

A bursa is a sac of fluid that prevents friction between tendons and bone. The most common injured bursa tends to be the subacromial bursa in the shoulder.

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How Pilates Benefits Running

How Pilates Benefits Running

Pilates perfectly complements running, as it is low impact and can be extremely beneficial in improving running technique and preventing injury.

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