Sports performance

Conditioning, stability, mobility, flexibility = improved performance

Conditioning, stability, mobility, flexibility = improved performance

Keeping in line with recent blogging around mobility and function for improved performance and every day biomechanics function, take a look at these exercises.  They condition the body at the same time as improving function and dynamic flexibility.

Lower back and hip pain - daily mobility routine

Lower back and hip pain - daily mobility routine

Many people in society are suffering from lower back issues and hip issues.  The main cause of this is due to automation and the amount of time we spend these days sitting down creating biomechanics issues and adaptive shortening in certain muscle groups, one of these the hip flexors and their associated muscles.  This can then create issues when we are standing and active.  

Anterior pelvic tilt, a sitting issue!

Anterior pelvic tilt, a sitting issue!

Anterior pelvic tilt is a big issue these days with a large proportion of society having office based jobs, long periods of time sitting in the car and watching TV!  This condition can cause lower back issues, hamstring tightness and have a knock on effect up the kinetic chain creating mid back pain and even neck pain and headaches.

How Much Protein do We Really Need?

How Much Protein do We Really Need?

Protein is often the starring role during mealtimes, but perhaps you might be better off moving it aside as a supporting cast of foods on your plate.

Although getting enough protein is important to your health, it provides many benefits including healthy nails and skin, weight loss, and building muscle. So how much is too much? Let’s find out.