Approaching September in Sydney means a few things: spring is on the way, the Sydney Marathon is almost here, and across the city athletes of every age and level are wrapping up their winter season, whether that is rugby union, rugby league, AFL or football. As one...
Why Does My Shoulder Hurt After Surfing? Shoulder pain after surfing is commonly caused by repetitive paddling, which places high demand on the rotator cuff, shoulder joint and stabilising muscles. Over time, this can lead to overuse injuries such as rotator cuff...
Cold mornings, stiff joints and late sunrise - its difficult to get out of bed to start the day, let alone keep on track with your exercise program. Here are a couple of ways to stay motivated with your exercise routine during winter, when we feel like it. Schedule...
Lately I have noticed a trend in both physiotherapy clients and yoga classes. More hypermobile people are drawn to deep stretches and the sensation of sinking into poses. They typically have more mobility than average, so they can move further into positions than...
Healthy ageing is one of the biggest shifts in how we think about getting older: the aim is not just to live more years, but to live more good ones. It means staying strong, steady on your feet and independent for as long as possible, rather than simply managing...
Build Strength through Strength Training, Resistance Training, Mobility and Balance Training to support Healthy Ageing and a longer, more independent life. These forms of exercise work together to preserve muscle, improve movement, support bone health and maintain the...
As the days get longer and warmer, spring is the perfect nudge to refresh your self-care. After a long winter of hibernating, it is the natural time to reset your habits, move your body more, and prioritise your wellbeing. And self-care does not have to be...
We all know we should exercise more, but the official exercise guidelines can feel overwhelming, all those minutes and targets. The good news is that meeting them is simpler and less stressful than it sounds. A bit of physical activity most days, some strength work,...
Menopause brings big changes, and one of the most powerful things you can do to navigate it well is often overlooked: strength training. The truth is that lifting weights is not just safe during menopause, it is one of the best tools for protecting your bones, muscle...
VO2 max is one of the most powerful numbers in fitness and health, yet most people have never had it measured. It tells you how efficiently your body uses oxygen during exercise, and it is one of the best single markers of your aerobic fitness and even your long-term...
We all want to live longer, but the real goal is living well for longer. That is where longevity gets interesting, because how long you stay active, independent and strong matters just as much as the number of years. And the truth is, staying strong is one of the...
Training hard is one thing, but training at the right intensity is what actually drives results. Too easy and you plateau, too hard too often and you burn out or get injured. That is why measuring training intensity matters, it takes the guesswork out and helps you...
Physiotherapy and sports performance have come a long way from guesswork and gut feel. Today, rehab technology lets us measure exactly how your body is performing, track your progress with real numbers, and tailor your program with precision. The truth is that good...
We have all been there. You leave the physio with a set of exercises, do them for a few days, then life gets busy and they quietly fall away. The truth is that the best exercises in the world only work if you actually do them. The good news is that sticking to them is...
We would all love to live a longer, healthier life, and the good news is that a great deal of it is within your control. It is not about one magic fix, but the everyday habits you build and repeat. The truth is that a handful of simple, consistent choices, done over...
Good physical health underpins almost everything, from staying active and pain-free to recovering well when something goes wrong. Physiotherapy plays a valuable role in supporting it, whether you are working through an injury, managing a long-term condition, or simply...
Freedom of movement is something most of us take for granted, until pain or stiffness takes it away. When your body does not move the way it used to, everyday things like bending, reaching or simply getting up from a chair become harder, and it can quietly shrink your...
When it comes to ACL rehabilitation, the small decisions along the way can make a big difference to your recovery. Whether you are an athlete chasing a return to sport or simply want a stable, reliable knee for everyday life, knowing what to do, and what to avoid,...
Load management is one of the most powerful, and most overlooked, tools for staying healthy and performing well. Your nervous system coordinates every movement and constantly adapts to the demands you place on it, but when those demands outpace your recovery, the...
Skiing is exhilarating, but the high speeds, changing terrain and unpredictable conditions make ski injuries a real risk. The good news is that a lot of that risk is within your control. Preparing your body before the season, with targeted strength work and balance...
Stress and pain are closely linked, and in ways that go well beyond simply feeling tense. When you are under significant pressure, your body's response can genuinely amplify the experience of discomfort, making existing problems feel worse. Understanding this...
Marathon training is one of the most rewarding things you can do as a runner, but it is also one of the quickest ways to get injured if the load builds too fast. Whether you are preparing for your first half or full marathon, the principles that keep runners healthy...
Dry needling is an increasingly popular physiotherapy tool, but what does the research actually say about how well it works, who it suits and what to expect? After completing the APA Level 1 Dry Needling course, I took a close look at the current evidence to...
In the past few months I have seen an increase in clients who have been referred for osteoarthritis (OA), particularly at the knee. Majority of these clients have come in with the intention of building up strength around the knee to reduce their pain levels and...