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 […]
Discover the Fun and Benefits of Small-Group Pilates Classes at SPEAR
Get Fit, Have Fun, and Strengthen Your Body Are you searching for a fresh, exciting way to stay active while spending quality time with friends and family? At SPEAR in Westhill, Aberdeenshire, we offer small-group private Pilates classes designed to help you get fit, feel great, and have fun—all while strengthening your body and mind. Whether you’re […]
Stay Active And Injury Free This Winter Expert Tips From SPEAR Physiotherapy
Top Tips from SPEAR physiotherapy for Exercising and Injury Prevention as we move into colder weather. Often autumn and particularly winter sees a change in our exercise habits as we adapt to less daylight and colder weather. I was going to say unpredictable but actually our weather is never predictable!! Find below some top tips […]
Elevate Your Performance: How Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy Can Enhance Your Strength Sports and CrossFit Journey
In the world of strength sports and CrossFit, pushing your body to its limits is part of the game. The thrill of lifting heavier, moving faster, and achieving new personal bests drives athletes to constantly strive for improvement. However, this relentless pursuit often brings with it the risk of injuries and musculoskeletal issues. This is […]
Benefits of Sports Massage
Sports massage has many beneficial effects for those who are physically active, those wishing to maintain their movement patterns, and athletes. Some specific benefits include: 1- Improved circulation- Sports massage increases blood flow and brings heat to a specific area, aiding lymphatic drainage, improving the efficiency of oxygen and nutrient delivery to the muscle. 2- […]
TAKING “BACK” CONTROL
5 TIPS FOR MANAGING LOWER BACK PAIN Lower back pain is a common condition that can significantly impact daily life. Whether it’s caused by injury, lifestyle changes, or underlying health conditions, finding effective ways to manage and alleviate this discomfort is crucial. Physiotherapy offers a holistic approach to treating lower back pain, focusing on strengthening, […]
Running Tips For A Successful Race Day
Pre Race Tips In preparation for your race, fueling is key. Carbohydrates are essential to prevent hitting the dreaded “wall,” so opt for foods like porridge or toast for breakfast the morning before your run. It’s advisable to consume your pre-race meal at least an hour before your run to allow for proper digestion. As […]
Help! I’ve fallen on the ice!!
Help! I’ve fallen on the ice!! Well it’s that time of year again. With the joy of the winter comes with it the increased ‘admin’ of icy roads and pathways. It’s the one time of year where walking on the gritted road becomes safer than walking on the un-gritted pavements. At SPEAR we see this reflected in […]
Recharge and Unwind: Taking a Break from Work
At SPEAR, our top priority is looking after our patients. Christmas is a time when we all become so busy we forget to look after our mental and physical health. Yet if we don’t look after ourselves we can’t enjoy the festivities. When we are very stressed and busy our bodies physically react to this […]