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The Evidence for Strength/Power Training for Runners
Can it help? In short, the evidence suggests yes it can. A systematic review by Yamamoto et al (2008) including 5 studies on various strength training methods on performance in highly trained runners concluded positively for the inclusion of a strength training...
Reflections on my first walk for Operation Flinders: Part 2
The Power of Nature A piece of advice that I was given during my training with Operation Flinders was 'nature does 90% of the work'. This resonated powerfully with me. In my early 20s I climbed my way out of a self-inflicted hole riding a Mountain Bike acquired via a...
Reflections on my first walk for Operation Flinders: Part 1
In May 2021 I completed my first walk for Operation Flinders as an Assistant Team leader (ATL). The implication that this will not be my only walk is deliberate. Truth be told, I can not wait to be back up there. I have taken with me incredible memories. I'll remember...
Understanding Osteoporosis: Why Exercise is Important
Osteoporosis is a progressive metabolic bone disease characterised by the loss of bone mineral density (BMD) and compromised bone strength. Osteopenia is considered a halfway point to osteoporosis; the bone density is lower than normal and treating it may slow the...
3 Mountain Biking Tips for Beginners
Mountain biking is a great outdoor activity that can be enjoyed by all ages and all skill levels. When you delve into the world of mountain biking it can seem a little daunting at first. There is a huge range of price points and brands to choose from. How do you know...
Make The Most of Your Incidental Physical Activity
Who would have thought that an anxiety-provoking sprint after the bus could illicit, and even add to your physical activity? Some neat new research into Incidental Physical Activity has eluded some unsuspecting findings that I will elaborate on in this blog. First and...
Is Ultra-Marathon Running Bad for Your Bones?
As a runner and Exercise Physiologist, I at times feel conflicted. I have trained for and completed Ultra-Marathons myself, and also helped coordinate the training plans for clients undertaking similar and more extreme goals than mine. As a runner, I love the...
Energy Content Of Alcoholic Drinks
When you sit down for a meal it's pretty easy to know how much you're eating by the amount on your plate, but do you know the energy content of alcoholic drinks you consume? Alcohol contains 29 kilojoules per gram, which is only slightly better than fat. This makes it...
7 Myths About PCOS
PCOS is a fairly common condition in women (1 in 10), however there are many misconceptions out there about it. Check out these 7 myths about PCOS... Myth 1: PCOS = infertility. Having PCOS does not mean you are infertile. PCOS is a common cause of infertility due...
So is running actually good for your knees?
Yes! But I’ll start by hitting you with three facts. People who run have a lower incidence of knee osteoarthritis than people who don’t (Timmins et al, 2017; Alentorn-Geli, E. 2017).The knee is the most common site of injury in runners (Van Gent et al, 2007).The most...
Pain The iNform Way
Although pain is advantageous for protection and survival, persistent pain carries no real biological purpose - yet is sadly highly prevalent in the population. I'm not going to dwell on epidemiology. I want to tie in nicely the importance of clinician collaboration...
7 Surprising Benefits of Exercise for Menopause
Menopause. Every single woman on the planet will experience it during their 45 - 55’s. If you asked two different women, they’d tell you two different versions of what menopause was like. That’s because although the symptoms are common, not everyone experiences...
