Strength Training for Cyclists: Pros and Cons

Strength Training for Cyclists: Pros and Cons

Strength training for cyclists has been a topic of conversation for many years. There are many arguments for and against including strength training as part of your fitness regime if you are looking to improve your cycling.

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What Causes Foot Numbness When Running?

What Causes Foot Numbness When Running?

Foot numbness is a relatively common problem for runners and is normally easily remedied. You will find numbness in one part of your foot or just in your toes.

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Risk Factors for Developing Chronic Lower Back Pain

Risk Factors for Developing Chronic Lower Back Pain

Chronic lower back pain is categorised as pain that has been persistent for longer than three months. The type of lower back pain that may be experienced is extremely varied.

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Wrist Fracture and Early Physiotherapy Intervention

Wrist Fracture and Early Physiotherapy Intervention

Early physiotherapy treatment can be very beneficial in the recovery process for a wrist fracture injury. As the hand and wrist can often become stiff during recovery.

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Tips for completing the Couch to 5km Program designed to get anyone running

Tips for completing the Couch to 5km Program designed to get anyone running

The couch to 5km is a running program to get people from the couch to comfortably running 5km or 30 minutes continuously in 9 weeks.

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Best tips and techniques for an effective interval training session

Best tips and techniques for an effective interval training session

Research has shown that high intensity training increases fitness levels and burns more calories over a shorter period of time versus a long period of steady state cardio.

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Why is Strength Training Important for Runners?

Why is Strength Training Important for Runners?

Strength training has become a more and more important component of running training. It is now seen as one of the biggest factors that will impact on your speed, endurance and overall performance.

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Is it safe to run when pregnant?

Is it safe to run when pregnant?

There are many different views on whether it is safe to run when pregnant. During your first trimester, it is normally possible to continue with your normal exercise routine, but at a lower intensity.

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