Caveman squats, why can’t people squat in normal life anymore?
Squatting is natural for humans but due to modern life we seem to struggle to perform them and instead we move in not so natural ways to get to the floor. why is this? This video discusses how we struggle to squat in the modern western world and how it doesn’t have to be this […]
Should I perform static stretching? Is static stretching bad?
Previous research has shown that static stretching reduces muscle power temporarily but new research has come to light and is very interesting.
Are shrugs the best exercise to develop your Upper Traps / Trapezius? Here’s some great alternatives
We all do shrugs for Upper traps but are shrugs the best exercise to develop your Upper Traps / Trapezius? you might be surprised by the answer!
Is Rotator cuff repair surgery effective?
Sometimes people might be looking into surgery for their Rotator cuff tear but what does the research find is the effectiveness of surgery for Rotator cuff tears
Does creatine improve your cognitive ability?
We all know that creatine is great for strength and power but did you know it may have other benefits too!
How soon should you start rehab after a calf or thigh strain?
How much effect does delaying your rehab start have on the speed that you get back to full fitness?
How long does back pain take to go away?
Everybody wants to know how long it will take for their back pain to go away. The trouble is that everybody is different but what does the research show statistically to answer the question. Physio and sports massage can help relieve and resolve back pain and we have these and more at both Stoke-on-Trent clinics. […]
Why do NBA basketball players wear ankle supports or braces?
What ankle supports & braces do NBA basketball players wear? Do ankle braces or supports lower the risk of ankle injury or sprain? What are the different types of ankle braces & supports for basketball?
How to use the Compex Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) for general strength progression
If you are using a Compex Neuromuscular electrical stimulator (NMES) for strength then this video gives a progressive protocol on how to use it.
Manual handling: Keep your back straight??
If you have been on a manual handling course before, you may have been told to lift with a straight back but is this right or not and if it is, can you actually even do it?
Hamstring injury in soccer: All you need to know about Hamstring injury.
How common are Hamstring strains in soccer? How long will it take to recover from a Hamstring injury and much more…
What are the best shoulder exercises to target all 3 heads of the Deltoid?
This video discusses the best shoulder exercises to target all 3 heads of the Deltoid.
What is the best Tricep exercise? TRICK QUESTION??
Do you want to know what the best exercise is for your Triceps? Well it’s a bit of a trick question because there isn’t one as you need more than one. This video discusses what are the best ones to build your Triceps.
Should strength athletes have hypertrophy phases in their training?
Strength training and hypertrophy are different and training is all about being specific for the demands and requirements of your goal or sport.
Is a thickened bursa seen on a scan always bad?
A common finding found on a scan of the Shoulder is a thickened Subacromial bursa but is this bad or not?
What rep ranges are best for muscle building?
It has been said for a long time that 10-12 reps is best for Hypertrophy and muscle building but what does the research say?
Should you keep your gym sessions under 1 hour because of cortisol affecting muscle building?
People have often said you shouldn’t train for longer than 1 hour as you will go catabolic due to cortisol but is this bro science or not?
Is there less chance of re-rupturing your Achilles if you have surgery vs. conservative treatment?
Often when you rupture your Achilles surgical repair is performed but you can sometimes go the non surgical route but what is the long term outcomes of each approach? How likely are you to re-rupture your Achilles after surgery and how likely are you to re-rupture your Achilles with conservative treatment?
Are sit ups bad for your back?
Have you ever heard that sit ups are bad for your back? Is this true? What does the research say on this subject?
Can tendon heal?
If you have a tendon injury the first question that you might ask is can it heal. However does it actually heal or is it some other mechanism that allows pain to go away and function return to normal?
How to prevent ankle injury in the NBA? Here we discuss how to prevent ankle sprains in basketball.
Ankle sprains are the number one injury in the NBA. So we have produced a video to help basketball players to prevent twisting their ankles.
How to use a Compex Muscle stim for endurance of your Wrist Extensors
This is an instructional video to show you how to set up the Compex SP 8.0 to improve the endurance of your forearm wrist extensor muscles.
How far from failure can you train and still build muscle?
Do you train to failure? How close to failure should you train and how many reps in reserve is still effective for building muscle?
Should you just go and start running? The importance of prerequisite strength before running
Running is very accessible and people therefore just go and run without any thought. Even the couch to 5K programs can have some flaws in them.