“If we are just treating the symptom, we are just putting on a band-aid.” Movement pattern or muscle retraining exists at the core of physiotherapy. What brings someone into the clinic, be it injury, pain, or muscle tightness, is often a result of some sort of movement dysfunction. The goal of physiotherapy is to restore…
Looking to try something new for your next workout? Try these fun and challenging exercises with a partner at the gym or at home. 1) Medicine Ball Pass: Lie on your back with a mat with your feet planted next to each others. Begin with one person holding the medicine ball, then both sit up…
Designing a work-out program for yourself? There are many different ways to create the ideal program that suit your fitness levels and fitness goals. PERIODIZATION Periodization entails systematic planning of various aspects of a training program through progressive cycling during specific periods. The goal of periodization is to optimize fitness levels while reducing the risk…
Home exercising can be just as effective as going to the gym by using household items such as a medium-sized towel. Check out the exercises below for a full body work-out: 1) Plank Walks: In a plank position with a towel under both feet and maintaining a neutral spine, walk forwards by placing one hand…
Weak scapular muscles can lead to an array of injuries including shoulder impingement, rotator cuff tears, and other shoulder-related pains. Pain may be followed by a restricted range of motion and may severely worsen if left untreated. Strengthening the scapular muscles can provide long-term benefits for rehabilitation and performance. Try the five following exercises below:…
Squats are an excellent way to target the full body and to build significant strength. It heavily relies on your thighs, calves, lower back, arms, and abs. Some key benefits include building muscle, burning fat, increasing endurance, and improving proprioception. However, proper form is needed to avoid back or knee pain. HOW TO SQUAT WITH…
If you suffer from sacroiliac (SI) joint pain, you know it’s a problem that can’t be ignored. Walking, sitting and even slight movements can amplify the discomfort. While certain motions may exasperate the feeling, did you know exercise can be among the best ways to alleviate your sacroiliac joint pain symptoms? Specific exercises and stretches…
Many people have desk jobs that require them to work on a computer all day long, for forty hours each week. This much repetition and overuse can cause wrist issues. Even those who use a computer recreationally and spend several hours per day typing on the keyboard can be at risk for a wrist injury….
While the showoff muscles get all the acclaim, they’d be nothing without the supporting cast of smaller stabilizers and assisting muscles. Ignore them, and you’ll eventually pay the price. The cost? Injury. Missed workouts. Painful runs. An unbalanced body. Wondering if your’e guilty? Here, experts discuss the most neglected muscles, why they’re important, and how…