November 2, 2009
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Since arriving in the beautiful Lecrín Valley – and since becoming pregnant – I have started attending regular yoga classes. And I wonder why I ever stopped. I think the answer to that question can be summed up in … Continue reading
May 10, 2009
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This weekend I was invited by another therapist to meet up for massage share. It was not until I was on the massage table that I realised how much I needed a treatment – and it really hit the spots. … Continue reading
April 27, 2009
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Well done to everyone who ran in the London Marathon on Sunday. I take my hat off to you all and hope that your muscles are not too sore today. I was there along with some other therapists working for … Continue reading
February 8, 2009
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If, like me, you haven’t managed to get your trainers on and out of the door to any great effect yet this year, for whatever reason – my excuses go a bit like this by the way: recovering from sprained … Continue reading
December 3, 2008
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Plantar fasciitis – when getting out of bed in the morning is a real pain Plantar fasciitis is an inflammation caused by excessive stretching of the plantar fascia – the broad band of fibrous tissue which acts as a sheath … Continue reading
November 25, 2008
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Poor running technique means that you are not using your body efficiently. Biomechanical inefficiencies lead to repetitive motions which put unnecessary strain on bone, joints, ligaments and muscles and increase the likelihood of injury. 1. Above all, run tall and … Continue reading
September 21, 2008
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Shin splints is a catch-all term for anterior lower leg pain associated with running. Most commonly the cause is medial tibial stress syndrome – periostitis of the medial margin of the tibia (shin bone) – and this accounts for 50% … Continue reading