The knee is the largest joint in the body and one of the most easily injured. It comprises four main components: bones, cartilage, ligaments, and tendons. Many of these structures can be susceptible to injury and pain. If you’re dealing with knee pain from running, here are some potential causes and steps you can take to relieve it.   Common...

OUR WORKOUT VIDEOS ARE PUT TOGETHER BY SPECIALISTS TO HELP YOU GET ACTIVE AND STAY INJURY-FREE. The benefits of the lunge and twist Lunges are a fantastic workout for the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and core. In general, lunges are also good for improving your balance and proprioception. Doing them regularly can also improve your running and cycling performance, as these...

When you run, your foot needs to absorb a force that’s ~2x your body weight while keeping you stable. Considering all the work it has to do, it’s unsurprising that things can sometimes go wrong, leading to pain. If you’re experiencing foot pain when running, here are the most common potential causes and steps you can take to reduce pain...

Plantar Fasciitis is a very common (and very uncomfortable) condition in the foot. It causes pain and swelling and can impact how and how much you walk. Luckily, there are ways to treat the condition without surgery. But the quicker you spot it and address it, the better.   WHAT IS PLANTAR FASCIITIS? Plantar fasciitis occurs when the thick, web-like...

Split squats are a great way to build power in your quads and strengthen the muscles supporting the knee. Here’s everything you need to know about the exercise, including its benefits, variants, and how to do it right.    Benefits of the split squat You might think the split squat looks a lot like a lunge. In fact, the exercises...

Step-ups are a great exercise for the legs. Step Ups Plus makes it more dynamic and demanding, as it adds an explosive movement that requires more work from the quads. Read on to learn more about the exercise's benefits and how to do it right.   HOW TO DO STEP UPS PLUS You will need an exercise step measuring around 15cm...

Do you want to take your planks to the next level, or are you looking for ways to strengthen your shoulder after an injury? Plank rows could be the exercise you need. From their benefits to the best technique, here's everything you need to know about plank rows.   THE BENEFITS OF PLANK ROWS This exercise strengthens the muscles that...

The catch and release exercise strengthens the hand, wrist, and forearm muscles. As it works these muscle groups without putting much strain on the joints, it’s a great rehabilitative exercise following an elbow or wrist injury.    THE BENEFITS OF CATCH AND RELEASE Physiotherapists strongly recommend exercises like this following injury. They promote muscle retraining, boost oxygen and nutrient delivery...