If you’re reading this blog, you might be wondering: What strategies can help me improve my speed during gameplay? How can I reduce my risk of injury and build my strength? In this four-part series blog, I’ll reveal the program that professional athletes use to enhance both strength and speed. I’ve broken it down into …
If you’re reading this blog, you’re likely curious about two key questions: How can I move faster on the field? How can I get stronger and minimise injuries? There’s a common misconception that weightlifting slows athletes down. While there’s a grain of truth in this, it’s mostly a false due to not following the right …
Many athletes and even Strength & Conditioning (S&C) coaches struggle with proper conditioning. As a result, footballers often face difficulties when returning to their clubs for pre-season training. In this blog, we’ll cover: Why Should We Run During the Off-Season? To understand why running is essential during the off-season, consider the demands of a soccer …
How do we use Sports Data? At Recover Strong Physiotherapy (RSP), we employ assessments such as the Counter Movement Jump and Isometric Mid-Thigh Pull to gauge an athlete’s ability. Our approach ensures personalized assessments for every individual, irrespective of injury status, enabling us to collect important data tailored to each client’s unique needs and goals, …
Knee injury is one of the most common injury that happens in sports. In this post I will show you 3 warm up drills that you should know to reduce the rate of injury. If you’re someone who plays sports that requires frequent jumping, running and change of direction, you would benefit from reading this …
Osteitis Pubis (OP): A Comprehensive Overview OP is a bone stress injury resulting in pain around the pubic symphysis, groin, and lower abdomen. This blog aims to cover the following area of interest: 1) Etiology 2) Epidemeology 3) Investigations 4) Prognosis 5) Differential Diagnoses 6) Physiotherapy Management The following information on OP’s etiology, epidemiology, investigations, …
If you’re engaged in activities like running or sports that involve frequent changes in direction, it’s crucial to incorporate targeted exercises to strengthen your calves. Did you know that the calves consist of two main muscles: the gastrocnemius and the soleus? The gastrocnemius is more active when the knee is straight, whereas the soleus is …
Is your back tired and sore from sitting all day?? Numerous patients I encounter express difficulty with prolonged periods of sitting, a common challenge in today’s sedentary lifestyle. This predicament is unsurprising, as our spinal health is reliant on regular movement to facilitate the circulation of blood and nutrients. It is an undeniable truth that …
Key Qualities to Look for in a Skilled Practitioner Have you ever contemplated why, despite multiple sessions with a chiropractor, osteopath, or physiotherapist, you fail to observe any discernible improvements? Here are three essential questions to incorporate into your checklist to ensure you are consulting the right professional and steering your recovery in the right …
How Weak Glute Muscles Contribute to Lower Back Pain The gluteal muscles play a crucial role in supporting the lumbar region, thus safeguarding our back health. Nevertheless, these muscles often remain underutilized, particularly among individuals with sedentary desk jobs. This post aims to present four progressive variations of glute bridges that can be conveniently performed …