In the last blog we identified that training errors are a common cause of injuries. Not only is there a common reason why injuries occur but there are also common injuries experienced by runners. Understanding your injury, where and why it hurts is the first step in...
You don’t just run because it’s good for you, or because it decreases your risk of heart attacks, strokes and cancers. It’s not just running for your physical health. The reason you run is for your mental health and emotional health. It helps you with your sleep,...
Gait analysis measures the forces your foot has to cope with, which is then transmitted through your legs as you move. These intricacies of movement impact upon the long term resilience of your feet and ankles determining whether you develop pain or discomfort. Gait...
It is unrealistic to assume that all injuries will be prevented. Injuries span a whole spectrum of severity. Being injury free is a goal not only to ensure that training can continue but also to ensure that each workout is met in the best condition and mindset. These...
The wind in your hair (under a helmet of course), the bugs on your lips and the hot breath of an encroaching car are just some of the many joys of cycling that an increasing number of us are lapping up. Cycling Scotland has reported cycling journeys have increased...
Despite restrictions easing for private service providers the health service are still reacting to the legacy COVID has created. Unfortunately that in turn leaves some patients still unable to access their treatment for the time being. Recently we have seen the Louisa...
