by Alison Leong | Mar 26, 2024 | Alison Leong, Clinical Exercise, Pilates and Strength and Conditioning
Are deadlifts safe for your back? If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, then a deadlift a day keeps the back pain away! Lower back pain is a common presentation that is often influenced by a multitude of factors that fluctuate day to day. We know that things such...
by Josh Blencowe | Mar 14, 2024 | Clinical Exercise, Pilates and Strength and Conditioning, Josh Blencowe
Tendon Pain? Why rest is the worst thing you can do Let’s explore and gain a thorough understanding of tendon pain and how rest is the worst thing you can do. This article will give the reader a greater knowledge base regarding the anatomy of a tendon, how dysfunction...
by Josh Blencowe | Feb 29, 2024 | Clinical Exercise, Pilates and Strength and Conditioning, Josh Blencowe
Over 50? Why Lifting Weights Should Now Be A Priority It’s a common misconception that lifting weights is only for the younger generation. As we get older, many of us worry that we’ll lose muscle mass and bone density if we don’t start weightlifting soon. But the...
by Martin Tran | Feb 14, 2024 | Clinical Exercise, Pilates and Strength and Conditioning, Martin Tran
Strength Training for Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass and structural deterioration of bone tissue, leading to an increased risk of fractures (Wright et al., 2014). Strength training exercises can be an effective way to prevent...
by Martin Tran | Feb 1, 2024 | Clinical Exercise, Pilates and Strength and Conditioning, Martin Tran
The Importance of Adding Strength Training, Not Just Core Stability A balanced fitness regimen consists of aerobic activity, flexibility training, and strength training. While aerobic and flexibility work deliver valuable health and performance benefits, strength...
by Nicole Davies | Jan 17, 2024 | Clinical Exercise, Pilates and Strength and Conditioning, Nicole Davies
The Importance of Managing Injuries Regular physical activity is vital for good physical, social and mental health. While there is a risk of injury with any type of physical activity, the benefits of staying active far outweigh the risks. The first thing you should do...