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Cycling back pain: change the bike fit or strengthen your back?
Cycling back pain can involve bike fit, ride duration and physical capacity. Learn how individual assessment guides adjustments and strengthening.
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Preparing for an XCO race: an example of the final two weeks
An example two-week XCO taper: specific sessions, reduced volume, course reconnaissance and race-day preparation, adapted to the athlete.
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Return to sport: which tests matter before training and competition?
Which return-to-sport tests matter? Strength, jumping, direction change, fatigue and confidence help guide a gradual return.
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Sports physiotherapy vs general physiotherapy: what is the difference?
How does sports physiotherapy differ from general physiotherapy? Understand training load, sport-specific rehabilitation and return-to-sport planning.
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How to increase running mileage without overloading your body
A fixed 10% weekly rule does not fit every runner. Distance, speed, hills, recovery and training history all affect the load the body must absorb.
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Iliotibial band syndrome: what do we actually know?
Outer knee pain in runners has several contributing factors. An “overly tight” band alone does not explain every case or determine treatment.
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Achilles tendinopathy in runners: should you stop running?
Running does not always have to stop with Achilles tendinopathy. Adjusting load and rebuilding calf and tendon capacity are central to a gradual recovery.
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Ankle sprain: why does the ankle still feel unstable?
An ankle that keeps giving way after a sprain may reflect several factors. Balance work helps, but sporting demands also require strength, speed and landing.
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ACL reconstruction: when can I run, jump and return to sport?
Returning after ACL reconstruction is a progression from running to jumping, cutting and sport. Time and limb symmetry alone cannot make the decision.
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Strength training for children: what age is safe to start?
There is no universal birthday for starting resistance training. A suitable programme depends on readiness, coaching, technique and gradual progression.