A week in exercise
I’ve said before that i think that one of the biggest contributing factors to the problems I see in many of my clients is a lack of strength, and I’m not talking about being a competitor in the World’s...
View ArticleMaintenance tool kit
I’ve been talking about the importance of good posture recently and figured discussing the tools that might be worth investing in in order to help maintain it. The maintenance of good posture comes...
View ArticleDo not go gentle into that good night: Exercising as we age
Keeping moving as we age is much more important than is often given consideration too and it is often just accepted that as we get older we can do and will do less. From our 30’s we start to lose...
View ArticleStrength training reduces injury rates
I picked up this link to this paper on the BJSM sebsite which looks at the effectiveness of exercise intervention in sports injuries. The conclusion from the paper was; “In general, physical activity...
View ArticlePerfect form, what is perfect?
I came across a great article by Greg Nuckols about using perfect form, The myth of perfect form. and what it might be. It’s a great piece on why the perfect form that is often talked about really...
View ArticleStrength training for distance runners
This is an interesting podcast on strength training for distance runners from Magness and Marcus over at the Science of Running.
View ArticleAbdominal bracing during the barbell squat
Correctly setting and bracing the abdominals during a barbell squat can make a significant difference to the feel of the movement though increasing torso stability. Properly engaging the abdominals...
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Improving your ability to squat
Squatting is about as natural a movement as you can get but it is a skill that we in Western Europe and the US/Canada rarely practise. As such, as with any skill, not practising it means we lose it....
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STRENGTH training for runners
Strength and conditioning in sport are more common place over time. The role of the strength and conditioning specialist becoming more important as athletes look to maximise their potential. This...
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When to schedule strength training in a running program
Last week I had a quick look at the benefits to runners of including strength training in their program. This week we’ll look at when to schedule strength training in a running program. Where should...
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Faster, Stronger – have it all at 40+
Faster, Stronger – is it possible to have it all after 40. To be able to lift heavy weights and still run well? For me, the answer is yes and we’ll get there in a minute. Lifting weights will slow me...
View ArticleA week in exercise
I’ve said before that i think that one of the biggest contributing factors to the problems I see in many of my clients is a lack of strength, and I’m not talking about being a competitor in the World’s...
View ArticleThe Most Important 2 Minutes Of Your Day
We’ve all seen those annoying posts on Facebook or Instagram. A load of shite about morning rituals and how important they are? That you must meditate for an hour before the sun comes up. And get in a...
View ArticleThe Quest for Being (Slightly Better Than) Average …
To be better than average. It sounds like a bit of a low bar to aim for, doesn’t it? The thing is it doesn’t take long before being better than average is actually pretty damn good. I’ve never been...
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