Kayaking vs Stand up Paddle Boarding for core fitness
Kayaking and Stand Up Paddle boarding are both great ways to enjoy the summer and now that summer is here it’s time to get out on the water! Are you bored of the repetition of the gym and need some fresh air? The lake in Canberra is becoming more user friendly. So, you are primed…
Read MoreVertigo: How Physiotherapy Can Stop Your World Spinning!
Do you ever experience dizziness or vertigo, or feel like your world is spinning? Is your dizziness, or vertigo brought on by movements of your head? You may have a condition called ‘Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo’ or BPPV. What is BPPV? Benign Paroxysmal Position Vertigo (BPPV) is the most common inner ear problem and…
Read MoreSwimming and Hydrotherapy: Keeping Fit with an Injury
Swimming and hydrotherapy are great activities for all-round fitness and for those of us who get injured doing other sporting activities. I’ll tell you the reasons why swimming and hydrotherapy can help you get back on your feet quicker. We have also covered hydrotherapy in another article here. The bad news… Unfortunately injuries are apart…
Read MoreBike Position: How to improve your neck, shoulders, wrists and body position on your bike
Are you wanting to improve your bike position? Common problem areas for cyclists are the head & neck, shoulders, wrists and body positioning. In this article, I’ll take a look at these areas and how to improve your position and prevent injuries. Spring has definitely arrived, bringing with it the best time of year to…
Read More5 Core Strength Exercises for Cyclists
Why are core exercises important for cyclists? Core exercises are important for every activity. Cycling requires core strength to avoid injury, ensure efficient energy use and to optimise performance. As fatigue sets in many cyclists lose lumbo-pelvic stability, leading to hips see-sawing in the saddle, loss of energy transfer from the legs to the pedals…
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