Turning It Upside Down

Turning It Upside Down

How Inversions Engage the Pelvic Floor and Core In the world of modern yoga, inversions—from the humble Legs-Up-the-Wall to the more athletic Shoulder Stand—are often used in practice for their calming effects and circulatory benefits. But less discussed is their impact on two central components of physical health: the pelvic floor and core stability. What…

Why Smart Runners Stretch and Cross-Train

Why Smart Runners Stretch and Cross-Train

Once you’ve fallen in love with running, it’s easy to convince yourself that the only thing that matters is logging more miles. But experienced athletes and scientists at the Furman Institute of Running and Scientific Training (FIRST) in Greenville, South Carolina, say otherwise. According to their research and coaching, the key to running well—and running…

Exercise and Training for Women in their 40’s and Beyond

Exercise and Training for Women in their 40’s and Beyond

This weeks blog looks at the research carried out by Dr Stacy Sims on why nutrition and training should change as women age. In her groundbreaking book Roar, Dr. Stacy Sims, a renowned exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist, delves into the unique physiological needs of women, offering tailored advice on training, nutrition, and recovery. Nutrition:…

March is National Nutrition Month

March is National Nutrition Month

The Role of Nutrition in Healing and Reducing Inflammation After Injury When it comes to recovery from injury, the importance of nutrition is often underestimated. Beyond rest and physical therapy, the food we eat plays a critical role in healing and reducing inflammation within the body. The right nutrients can support tissue repair, reduce swelling,…

Cupping for Healing and Recovery

Cupping for Healing and Recovery

A Therapeutic Trend in Sports and Manual Therapy If you’ve watched any high-profile sports event, like the Olympics, you’ve likely noticed athletes with circular marks resembling bruises on their skin. These distinctive red circles are not the result of injury, but rather, a form of therapy known as cupping. While this ancient technique has roots…