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Hypermobility: What It Means and How to Address It

Have you ever been told you’re ‘double-jointed’ and wondered what that really means? This excessive range of motion at a joint, known as hypermobility, might be more than just a party trick—it can impact how your body moves and feels.Understanding HypermobilityHypermobility refers to the ability of a joint to move beyond its normal physiological range, either actively or passively (Castori et al., 2017). It is more of a descriptive term rather than a standalone diagnosis and is often a symptom of a broader condition (Castori et al., 2017).

Josh Langkamp
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October 7, 2024
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Saddle Tilt and Back Pain: Enhance Your Bike Fit for Comfort

Lower back pain is a common complaint I see when doing bike fittings for clients. While various factors can contribute to back pain, a sub-optimal saddle tilt is often one of the causes. A proper saddle tilt is an important part of maintaining a good lumbar spine position and letting you ride with comfort for longer rides.

Ruben San Martin
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May 24, 2024
Exercise Technique
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A Beginner’s Guide to Training Zones (VO2 Max) and Thresholds

Diving into fitness introduces a world rich with specialized terms like “Lactate Threshold”, “Ventilatory Threshold”, and “VO2 max”. Understanding these concepts is pivotal for devising an effective workout plan that adapts to your training zones. It is also important for cardio training. This post aims to simplify these terms for fitness enthusiasts at all levels.

Ruben San Martin
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February 6, 2024
Exercise Technique
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A Guide to Tendinopathy: Risk Factors, Treatment Guidelines and 10 Things to Avoid

Welcome. You've found your way to our informative guide on tendinopathy - or tendonitis, as it is more commonly known. This widespread condition affects a diverse population - from energetic athletes to more sedate seniors, and all others in between. This article will serve as a repository of useful knowledge on tendinopathy, presenting information on risk factors, sites of the body often affected, and providing fundamental guidelines to aid your recovery.

Ruben San Martin
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May 23, 2023
Exercise Technique
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Optimize Your Ride: The Power of Physiotherapy-Led Bike Fits

Cycling is an incredible way to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle. However, if your bike isn't properly fitted to your body, it can lead to discomfort and even injuries, which can truly be a pain in the neck—both literally and figuratively!

Ruben San Martin
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May 19, 2023
Exercise Technique
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Optimize Your Spin Bike Setup for Maximum Comfort and Performance: A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you a regular spin bike enthusiast? If so, optimizing your setup is key to achieving maximum comfort and power output during your workouts. Today, we'll guide you through three simple steps to help you find the perfect fit on your bike. Let's dive in!

Ruben San Martin
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May 16, 2023
Exercise Technique
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Exercise Technique: Dead Bugs

Are you looking to level up your core exercise routine? Dead-bugs might be just what you need to get the results you’re looking for.

Ruben San Martin
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May 8, 2023
Training

Why Should Athletes do the Olympic Lifts?

The Olympic lifts have long been a staple in strength room training for athletes of all levels. The two lifts and their variations, the snatch and clean & jerk, are known for their ability to increase an athlete’s rate of force development, power output and overall explosiveness.

Jonathan Chui
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May 5, 2023
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Have you recently tested positive for COVID? Here’s how you can safely return to exercise after recovery.

For active people who have recently recovered from COVID-19, what may be top of mind is the potential for short- and long-term health complications like myocarditis (inflammation of the heart).

Jonathan Chui
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February 8, 2022
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Tired of Stretching Your Calf Muscles? Try These Alternatives to Improve Your Ankle Mobility

This study focused on two different ways to improve anterior leg rotation, which you may know as ankle flexibility (dorsiflexion). This action occurs when the shin bone (tibia) moves forward relative to the stationary foot on the ground.

Jonathan Chui
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November 30, 2021
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