Why most hamstring exercises don’t work for running.

hamstring injury prevention

The Great Hamstring Saver?

hamstring injury preventionA recent article in the New York Times hailed the Nordic Hamstring Exercise as the saviour of all athletes involved in explosive sports. Citing several published papers, the NYT suggests that this single exercise could put an end to the dreaded hamstring tear.

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10 Rebounder exercises for lower limb control

Improve Strength, Proprioception, Control and Ultimate Stability of the Lower Limb using a rebounder.

There are many physical benefits from using a trampette or rebounder e.g. improving cardiovascular fitness and core control.

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Return to Netball Training: A physio’s perspective.

How to prevent a netball injury

Netball physiotherapistI went to netball training last night with the Tiverton Terriers. It was a cold, damp evening with areas of surface water on the court. It was the first session of the year, all of us de-conditioned from the Christmas break but pleased to be back to enjoy the game and catch up with friends. 

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