Foam Rolling has taken the Sporting and Physiotherapy worlds by storm the last few years but what is all the fuss about??! Does it really work and who should be using it?
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Injuries
Peak Physio has come up with some simple important tips for taking on the Big Race!
Top tips to runners who wish to avoid injury is as follows:
- Avoid hypothermia !! Please remember it’s the end of October so be sure to bring lots of layers for the finishline!
- Avoid cramps by drinking enough water and isotonic drinks (a balance of salt and sugar).
- Ensure you perform an adequate dynamic warm-up prior to the start.
- Foam rolling can also be beneficial for enhancing performance and preventing injuries. It is a great way to warm up muscles before activity.
Is your core strong enough?
Eoin May 13, 2013Is your core strong enough?
Firstly we must start by asking what the core muscles are and what is there function?
They are the muscles of the Lumbar, Hip and abdominal = Core
It can be broken down further into the local muscles ie: the stabilizing muscles
And the global muscles ie: the movement muscles
So why are these muscles so important?
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