Saddle Tilt and Back Pain: Enhance Your Bike Fit for Comfort
Lower back pain is a common complaint I see when doing bike fittings for clients. While various factors can contribute to back pain, a sub-optimal saddle tilt is often one of the causes. A proper saddle tilt is an important
June 8-9, 2024: S&C Principles for Rehabilitation Professionals
The Application of Strength & Conditioning Principles for Rehabilitation and Exercise ProfessionalsThis two-day workshop is tailored to Rehabilitation Professionals, Strength and Conditioning Coaches and Personal Trainers to help them refine their understanding of foundational sports science principles and integrate them
Fine-Tuning Resistance Training: Selecting Reps, Sets, Rest and Weight for Your Goals
For those seeking to enhance muscular fitness, selecting the right weight to lift is only part of the equation. Understanding and adapting key elements like intensity, repetitions, sets, and rest periods is crucial to ensuring that each training session aligns
Unlocking Your Squat: How Depth and Load Impact Muscle Activity
Squatting is a fundamental movement in both daily life and athletic training, and has been the subject of extensive research. A pinnacle study by Bryanton et. al. published in the Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research showed how squat depth
The Power of Grip Strength: What It Tells Us About Our Health
Living with osteoarthritis (OA) can be challenging, as the presence of pain due to OA symptoms often leads to changes in muscle activity and the way we move. However, there is a powerful tool that can help you manage these
Unlocking Your Cycling Potential: The Power of Strength Training
How to Get Better at Cycling: A Symphony of Strength and PrecisionCycling isn't just a sport; it's a symphony of strength, endurance, power, and precision. If you're an experienced cyclist looking to boost your performance during the long winter season,
Understanding Meniscus Lesions: Guide to Sharp Knee Pain & Treatment
Are you experiencing a sharp pain in your knee when walking, squatting, or going up and down stairs? It could be a sign of a meniscus lesion. Knee pain is a common complaint amongst many individuals, both young and old,
Physiotherapy for Lumbar Disc Herniation: A Basic Guide
Back pain is a common complaint that many people experience, but not all back pain is the same. One specific type of back injury that can cause significant discomfort is the lumbar disc herniation. If you've ever felt a sharp
The Push Press: A Powerhouse Exercise for Athletic Performance
Muscular power plays a crucial role in strength training, particularly for enhancing sports performance. The push press emerges as a standout exercise in this context. This whole-body movement not only boosts athletic performance and muscular power but also offers an
Acromioclavicular Joint Separation: What You Need to Know
A Closer Look at the AC JointAt the top of our shoulder lies the acromioclavicular (AC) joint, a pivotal point that facilitates many of our daily movements. When this joint is injured, it can result in pain, especially when lifting
