What is active recovery? Have you ever had one of those killer sessions and thought this is going to hurt tomorrow? You know the ones where you can trouble ahead. Feel the lactic pumping into your legs. Photo credits: Copyright Usain Bolt Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) peaks anywhere … [Read more...] about What exactly is Active Recovery?
Nick Miller
What is the Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITB)? Part 2
Click here for What is the Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITB)? Part 1 As a chiropractor and musculoskeletal practitioner, I see pain over the lateral thigh as a common presentation. Often in either runner, cyclist or people who regularly exercise, many turn to their foam roller to reduce pain and … [Read more...] about What is the Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITB)? Part 2
What is the Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITB)? Part 1
Anyone who regularly exercises, particularly runners, will often describe how their ITB (Ilio Tibial Band) is tight. For this reason, they will spend time at length “rolling out”, often enduring considerable pain, to "loosen up" the outer part of the thigh. And while you roll out in agony, the … [Read more...] about What is the Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITB)? Part 1
The Secret of Professional Athletes
For most people experiencing an injury is a setback. It may be in the form of time off work or cessation of an exercise routine. Though this may be frustrating it is never more so than for the athlete. Little niggles and strains can be major setbacks in preparation for competitions and the … [Read more...] about The Secret of Professional Athletes
The Long and Short of Tight Muscles
This article is guest posted by Dr Nicholas Miller, a Chiropractor & Kinesiologist. He lives and practices at HealthSpace Lane Cove in Sydney, Australia. At some point in your life, you may have gone to a therapist, for them to say to you ‘wow, you’re tight’. This visit would shortly be … [Read more...] about The Long and Short of Tight Muscles
