Your Essential Cool Down Routine for Autumn Training
As the weather cools off, I am reminded of the lack of shelter from winds when leaving various exercise and sports venues. The trade off is definitely worth the return of winter sports seasons. With this cooler weather, our own post-workout cool down routines become that much more important. A common question for physiotherapy patients […]
Stay Strong and Independent: SPEAR’s Senior Fitness and Wellness Guide
Functional fitness refers to the ability to carry out daily activities—like walking, lifting, and bending—with ease and confidence. As we age, maintaining this kind of strength becomes especially important for preserving independence and overall well-being. Engaging in regular physical activity can support a healthier, more active lifestyle well into your senior years. It’s never too […]
Top Tips For Exercising in 2025
Top Tips For Exercising in 2025 What gems am I going to read? I hear you say…….Well buckle in….. The more we understand about exercise, the more we know that it is fast becoming the wonder drug of modern medicine. Advice on exercise is given by lots of Healthcare professionals and exercise can be useful […]
Master Marathon Running: Your Ultimate A-Z Guide
I love Running. Over the past few years I have been gathering information that should hopefully help in your preparation for the marathon. Below is my A-Z of marathon training. I hope you enjoy learning about the marathon as much as I did. A – Accountability: Find a running buddy, join a running group, or […]
Discover the Health Benefits of Walking
Did you get your steps in today? With Spring (hopefully) round the corner we can start thinking about enjoying the outdoors again. We’ve all heard of the 10’000 steps a day challenge, even our phones and watches send us regular reminders to “get up and move!”. But why? Why is walking so important to our […]
Hit the Slopes with Confidence: Tips for a Successful Ski Season
The ski and snowboard season is upon us. What have you done to prepare for it? It’s important to start the season off right by getting your body ready in advance. Even if it’s your annual family ski holiday, skiing and snowboarding require a decent level of fitness and strength to participate in safely. Incorporating […]
Your Ultimate Guide to Returning to the Gym: Part 1
At this time of year, when the nights are darker and the days colder, lots of people are returning to the gym. Strengthening has been well established, both in the literature and anecdotally, as an aid to performance regardless of the goal. No matter your age, sex, sport, or desired outcome – appropriate strengthening will […]
Get Back in the Game: Exercise for Returning to Racquet Sports!
Have you recently started a new sport or activity but want to accelerate your progress? (i.e. crush your opponents – there’s no hiding here, I see your competitive edge) Or perhaps you’ve been doing a particular sport for a while and want to take it to the next level? Well you’re in luck because at […]
Preventing Knee Pain in Active Lifestyles
Regardless of your age, pain at the front of the knee or below the knee-cap is extremely common in active people! Unfortunately, knee pain can be persistent and compromise physical activity and sports performance by impacting the ability to jump, run and change direction. It is thus one of the most common reasons for why […]