Pregnancy is an extremely exciting time. However, it is often accompanied by some less desirable developments, such as heavy swollen ankles and calves, carpal tunnel, weakened core, and back pain. Fortunately, compression socks, stockings, and back supports can help minimise these symptoms.   What causes the swelling and body pains? During pregnancy, a few notable changes happen in the body: ...

Feeling Achilles tendon pain when running? It is a very common (and very irritating) overuse injury to get. And unfortunately, if you ignore it, it can worsen over time. So, let’s get into Achilles tendon irritation, how to treat it, and how to prevent it in the future.    ANATOMY OF ACHILLES TENDON PAIN FROM RUNNING Achilles tendon pain is most...

Running makes for fantastic cardio. But as you might have noticed, it can start turning your muscles and joints against you if you’re not careful. Among those affected is the back, and unlike the knees and feet, runners don’t often take precautions to protect it until it acts up enough to affect their routines. The good news is that back...

If you’re planning to take up running or cycling as part of your New Year’s Resolutions, you should know that Iliotibial Band Syndrome (AKA ITBS) is extremely common in these activities. Fortunately, with proper preparation, you can minimise your risk. So, here are the top 5 exercises you could do to prevent this condition.    What is ITBS? The iliotibial...

Running is a great way to get the blood pumping and get fit. So, it’s no surprise that it’s a pretty popular New Year’s Resolution. And if you’re planning on taking up the sport in the new year, here is the best running gear to help you improve your performance and recovery time (and stick to your mileage goals).  ...

Do you want to swim like an Olympic athlete? While the tips below won’t help you get the body composition of Michael Phelps, they will help you become a better swimmer. From breathing tips to the best dryland exercises, here’s how to swim faster and more efficiently.     Practice breathing Breathing well may be second nature on land, but swimmers...

Calf pain is a common problem, especially among runners and other athletes. If you’re going through it, you know how much it can affect your fitness routine and daily life. And if you’ve never had it, trust us, you don’t want it. So, here’s what you can do to avoid calf injuries and pain.    Common causes of calf pain...

The quick feet exercise focuses on the quads and calves. As a cardio workout where the speed and intensity are entirely up to you, it will work great as part of a warm-up, agility training, or rehab following an Achilles tendon injury.   The benefits of quick feet Quick feet won’t be very effective at growing your muscles. But as a...