Do I need a foam roller? You may have seen videos on TikTok, or maybe your physio or gym buddy has recommended one as part of your warm up or cool down… but what is foam rolling and is it worth the hassle? Foam rollers can be a great addition Read more…
What is sports injury rehabilitation? Sports rehabilitation (or sport injury rehabilitation) is the process of managed recovery from injuries obtained within a sporting context. A person-centred approach ensures that the rehabilitation program is suitable for the individual, and will support them with their long-term recovery from injury. What are the Read more…
With the golfing season now in full swing – pardon the pun – and courses across the UK fully open again, you’re probably spending more time on the golf course this summer than ever before! With an increase in physical activity after a long layoff, there are a number of Read more…
What is sports psychology? Sports psychology is the study of psychology within a sporting context. It is an intrinsic part of understanding athletes’ mental thought processes, as well as devising methods and tactics designed to improve the overall mental health and wellbeing of sportspeople, normally within a professional sporting environment. Read more…
Boxing is now a multi-million $ enterprise, and week in, week out professionals and amateurs alike put their bodies on the line in what is a hugely physical sport. With so much involved in training and preparing for a fight, it’s easy to forget that a strict regime and the Read more…
With the 2018/19 rugby season now entering the ‘business end’ of the year, aching bodies and muscles can lead to a wide array of injuries. Whilst some injuries are unavoidable, there are a number of strategies that can be adopted to minimise the possibility of picking up a niggle when Read more…
Plantar Fasciitis is a condition that predominantly causes heel pain and affects the plantar fascia, a taught band of tissue that crosses from the heel (calcaneus) to the toes (metatarsals). Pain or discomfort from plantar fasciitis is more pronounced when taking the first few steps in the morning. How does Read more…