Being able to move freely is a crucial aspect of all living beings’ existence; without it, our bodies and minds can suffer terribly. So when we hear the buzzword “functional,” it often conjures up images of throwing medicine balls around…
So here we are, three forms of Cardiovascular (CV) Training that you can use… Long Slow Distance: Usually called aerobic training. It involves working for an extended period of typically 45-60 minutes at less than 70% Max HR to develop an…
In this video, we talk about how to effectively stretch both the Psoas Major and Rectus Femoris muscles (without forgetting about the iliacus) in a way that means you can stay in the same position. To get the benefits, hold…
A frequently used term in the fitness and sporting industry. Proprioception is the process of the receptors found in the musculoskeletal system’s soft tissue, joints, tendons, and muscles detecting the body’s position in space, movements, and actions. Proprioception is often…
Dear QLWhy do you love creating havoc on spines? Do you know that you cause constant complaints of spasms and discomfort? And often, only on the one side. Is this because one of you misbehaves more than the other? Would you kindly…
Knots or Trigger points are areas of hypersensitivity in the fascia and muscle bellies, sometimes caused by bundles of muscle fibres. They feel like tiny knots when you touch them, even though they are not officially referred to as such.…
What’s the difference? Many of us either hear this or mistakenly use the terms interchangeably. And although flexibility is a component of mobility; they are fundamentally different. So, let’s define them. Flexibility: The ability of muscles to lengthen. Mobility: The…