On Sunday 20th May a record 40,000 runners will to take to the streets to take part in the Great Manchester Run. It is in its tenth year and whilst there will be plenty of aching muscles and sore feet amongst the competitors millions of pounds will be raised for charity.
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Is There a Right Way to Run?
It was recently reported that 79% of runners suffer some sort of injury every year. Is there a better way of running that can reduce running injuries? Hence the question, is there a right and a wrong way to run?
What Does Being Fit Look Like?
Watching the London marathon last week made me think of this question. Thousands of people (and the odd honey monster) of all shapes and sizes ran the 26 miles and 385 yards. Looking at some of these people (such as shadow chancellor Ed Balls) you would not say they looked fit. Obviously, the two Kenyans ... Read more
PhysioRoom.com Interviews Helen Clitheroe
As a 12 time medalist in the AAA Championships, 2011 European 3000m Indoor Champion and winner of the 2000 1st 1500m European cup (to name a few achievements), 38-year-old Helen Clitheroe from Preston is no stranger to the world of athletics.
We chat to UK National Indoor 1500m Champion Lewis Moses
In February, Lewis Moses became the National Indoor 1500m Champion. Now, the 25-year-old has a chance to be a part of London 2012. PhysioRoom.com catches up with him during his busy training schedule for moreɼ!–more–> PhysioRoom.com interviews Olympic hopeful Lewis Moses Lewis, tell us a bit about yourself and how you became a runner? I … Read more
PhysioRoom.com to attend Bowen Therapy Charity Evening
PhysioRoom.com are to be guests at a special charity evening with a unique focus on Bowen Therapy.
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Silly Sports Injuries
Last week I wrote about daft injuries picked up by footballers off the field. This week I thought I would broaden it out to all sports. Sportsmen are super fit and amazingly talented but they are also prone to do some stupid things on and off the field of play.
Daftest off-field Football injuries
Recently the star striker of Manchester City, Sergio Aguero was injured and unavailable for selection. There is nothing odd in that you may think as footballers are always getting injured.
Road to recovery Pt 1 Guest blogger James shares his story
Having kicked a ball ever since I could stand up, the following blog chronicles my journey through ripping my ACL ligament and subsequent knee surgery and time away from my beloved game.
I will hopefully shed some light on what I went through to help others all the way to turning my injury into something positive.
Read moreRoad to recovery Pt 1 Guest blogger James shares his story
Exercise to Fight Against Cancer – The Benefits
After receiving a cancer diagnosis, such as mesothelioma, breast cancer or any other type of cancer, exercise might be the furthest thing from your mind. But even most oncologists will say that exercise can be extremely beneficial before, during and after your treatment for cancer. The way in which you choose to incorporate exercise into your routine is up to you. Physicians and researchers agree that 30 minutes of exercise five times each week can help you maintain or even improve your physical fitness while undergoing treatment.