Sports Energy Gels: ‘Energy on the move’
Energy gels are the best way for runners and cyclists to take on board nutrition whilst they are training or competing in endurance activities. The gels are usually in a [...]
Caffeine & Athletic Performance
In recent years a significant amount of research has been done on the effects of caffeine and athletic performance. This has especially increased with the introduction of commercially available [...]
Impact of Ageing on Endurance Athletes: Training, Performance & Recovery
Endurance is a component of physical fitness and is a measure of how much the body can exert itself during physical exercise over a prolonged period of time. Within fitness, [...]
Hydration & Water Consumption
With the weather becoming more sunny and warm it is very important to stay hydrated throughout the day. It is recommended you should aim to consume 1.2 litres of water [...]
Chocolate Milk & Recovery Following Exercise
Training and competition are very important to all of us but recovery is also an essential part of improving our performances. Good nutrition can play a key role in helping [...]
Nutrition & Shopping
The following information relates to how certain decisions can have a big impact on the food you eat each day. Now most people think that they can control what they [...]
Interview with Amy Forshaw: 4th at Ironman 70.3 UK; June 22, 2013
Those that follow age-group distance racing in this country are likely to be aware of Amy Forshaw. A regular podium-botherer at Ironman events across Europe, Amy was oft tipped for [...]
Patello-Femoral Joint Syndrome & Anterior Knee Pain
Anterior knee pain is a common condition affecting the area between the knee-cap (patella) and thigh bone (femur) causing a condition known as ‘Patello-Femoral Joint Syndrome’. The condition may also [...]
The Importance of a Professional Bike Fit
Following the success of the London Olympics last year, the UK has seen a huge growth within the sport of cycling. Throughout the UK, many people are seen on a [...]
Wimbleball Ironman 70.3 UK 2013 Report
This year’s Wimbleball 70.3 UK Ironman event (16th June 2013) brought together some of the most elite tri-athletes competing in the region of the Exmoor National Park. This was Wimbleball [...]
Chorlton X Triathlon 16th June 2013
In 48 hours, Chorlton’s X Triathlon will kick off with a bang…! Competitors from across Manchester and further afield will form up and go head to head with other triathletes [...]
Ironman 70.3 Wimbleball 16th June 2013
This Sunday brings another big event to the world of Ironman. Wimbleball 70.3 kicks off with a 1.2 mile swim, followed by a 56 mile bike and finishing off with [...]
Posterior Shoulder Stretch
Anatomical Musculoskeletal Group: Posterior capsule of the shoulder joint Upper region of Triceps muscle Local soft tissue including ligaments, muscles & tendons Method: Bring one arm across the body [...]
Heat Exhaustion In Exercise
Heat exhaustion is common whilst playing sports or taking part in various leisure activities within hot climates and extreme temperatures in both the UK and around the globe. As an [...]
Exercise Dehydration
Water is the most important substance that the body requires in order to survive. Water makes up approximately two-thirds of the human body and has a number of functions that [...]
Muscle Contusions & Dead Legs
Dead-legs are common in contact sports where there is sudden direct trauma to the muscle. A dead-leg is a muscle contusion whereby there is a direct disruption and inflammation of [...]
Pes Anserine Bursitis
The ‘Pes-Anserine Bursa’ lies between the upper medial aspect of the tibial bone and the insertion of three tendons close to the medial collateral ligament insertion on the inside of [...]
BUPA 10K Great Manchester Run Royal Marines Reserves
On 26th May 2013, members of the Manchester Detachment of ‘The Royal Marines Reserve’ (RMR) put a team together to take part in the BUPA 10k Great Manchester Run. They [...]
Pre-10K Race Running Tips & Advice
As your 10K race is approaching, it is imperative that you aim to prepare both your body and mind to the level of maximum capability to allow performance to excel [...]
Which Running Shoes Should I Buy?
Buying the correct running shoe is essential to help maximise your running performance, fitness level and keep injury free. The correct advice and recommendations by a skilled clinician will allow [...]
Groin Adductor Muscle Stretch; Standing
Muscle Group: Hip Adductors (Adductor Brevis, Magnus & Longus muscles), Pectineus & Gracilis Muscle Action: Hip adduction and controls hip abduction eccentrically Method: Stand with your [...]
Triceps Muscle Stretch
Muscle Group: Triceps – 3-headed muscle situated at the back of the upper arm Muscle Action: Primarily elbow extension but may also assist with shoulder extension Controls [...]
Peroneal Strain & Tendonitis
The ‘Peroneal Muscles’ are located on the outer aspect of the lower leg and originate from the upper part of the fibula bone. The associated tendons connect the lower part [...]