In this video we look at the early, mid and end stage rehab for Runners/Jumpers knee rehab
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5 Key Elements in Pilates
Eoin June 25, 2018Starting a pilates class and unsure what to expect? Here at Peak Physio, all our classes are run by a chartered physiotherapist. If you are new to our clinic or pilates, we carry out a Free 15 min ‘Pre-Pilates Screening’. This enables the physiotherapist to provide a baseline and education on pilates before beginning the class.
read more4 Steps to Improve your Golf Performance
Eoin June 21, 2018Looking to improve your golfing performance? 4 steps to achieve this.
read moreWhy Does Everyone Keep Telling Me To Do Pilates? Here’s Why!
Eoin March 29, 2018German-born Joseph Pilates invented the classical pilates method while working to rehabilitate soldiers badly injured in war. He used resistance devices attached to beds to allow bed ridden patients to exercise their muscles. He only wrote one book on his technique before he died. Since the passing of Joseph Pilates, the techniques have been modified and enhanced. The principles have been refined to reflect current understanding of anatomy, physiology and kinesiology.
read moreHow to warm up and the top stretches.
Eoin July 22, 2014One of the questions I get asked the most is what are the best stretches to do.
Really you consider first the reason for doing the stretching. If its to get ready for an activity such as running or playing a sport you should warm up with dynamic stretching. If you are looking to increase your flexibility, warm down or prevent injury you can opt for static stretching.
read moreAdventure Racing – Find the Athlete Within!!
Eoin June 6, 2014Hell and Back, Tough Mudder, Gaelforce West-Some of the many races that are a great way to get fit and have a lot of fun!!!
In the last few years Adventure Racing has really taken off with more and more people entering and more races being scheduled than ever before but are these races for everyone and what is the best way to prepare for them?
read morePeak Physio at the World Boxing Championships
Eoin May 8, 2014Peak Physio’s Eoin Naughton was the Irish Physiotherapist for World Youth Championships held in Sofia in April. Ireland traveled with a strong team and for the first time women were included alongside the men as the event was also a qualifier for the Youth Olympics which will take place this August in China.
read moreCycling Do’s and Don’ts
Eoin May 8, 2014More and more of us nowadays are braving the Dublin roads and donning our cycling gear as a way of commuting as well as a recreational activity. In this month’s blog we want to look at some Do’s and Don’ts of cycling.
read morePeak 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.