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Weight Training for Kids: A Path to Lifelong Health and Fitness

Posted on by Ross Harris

With the ever increasing sedentary nature of our world a common concern of parents is ensuring their children get enough physical activity. While activities like running, swimming, and playing team sports are widely accepted as healthy, there’s another aspect of fitness that deserves attention: weight training. In this blog, we’ll explore why children should lift weights […]

Fighting the Effects of Aging – part 2 Cognitive Decline

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In the quest for eternal youth, we often focus on physical appearance and vitality, but what about the health of our most vital organ—the brain? As we age, cognitive decline becomes a common concern, affecting memory, attention, and overall mental sharpness. Fortunately, a powerful ally is readily available: aerobic exercise. Research consistently shows that engaging […]

Fighting the Effects of Aging – part 1 Sarcopenia

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As we age, our bodies undergo numerous changes, and one of the less discussed yet critical issues is sarcopenia. Sarcopenia is characterized by the gradual decline in skeletal muscle mass, strength, and function as we grow older. This silent but impactful condition not only affects our physical health but can also have broader implications for […]

Top tips for injury prevention during marathon training

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Running a marathon is a challenging and rewarding goal, but it also comes with the risk of getting injured. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced runner, you need to take care of your body and follow some best practices to avoid common running injuries. In this post, I will share some top tips […]

Acupuncture – My Thoughts on its use in Physiotherapy

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Patients regularly ask me whether Acupuncture or Dry Needling would help their condition. I’ve always felt there isn’t sufficient evidence to support these treatments and a recent post by Adam Meakins (The Sports Physio) on social media further strengthened my opinions. The following summarises his post – Acupuncture is not an ancient treatment Chairman Mao […]