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    Resistance Bands vs Weights – Which is Better?

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    You may find yourself debating whether to use resistance bands vs weights for strength training or physiotherapy. Both are great, but one might be better for your fitness goals. This guide breaks down their differences by explaining how they work and what exercises they are suitable for to help you choose. Resistance Bands Explained Resistance … Read more

    Hamstring Strain: What Is It & What Can I Do About It?

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    Now, to save getting side-tracked before we even begin, I need to clarify that I am not talking about Hog Roasts and the undeniably sweet and piquant succulence of a pulled pork sandwich drenched in sticky barbeque sauce, oozing sweetness and positively singing of balmy summer nights spent with friends. I wish I was, I … Read more

    PhysioRoom.com Interviews Helen Clitheroe

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    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.

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    We chat to UK National Indoor 1500m Champion Lewis Moses

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    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

    Treating the Most Common Sports Injury: A Sprained Ankle

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    Although I celebrated my 60th birthday in 2010, I am still active and competitive, these days concentrating mainly on running and cycling. To mark my birthday, I completed three big challenges:

      • Ran the Pendle Way, a local long-distance footpath (43 miles) in 9 hours;
      • Completed the Joss Naylor Lakeland Challenge (47 miles) in 14 hours;
      • Cycled from Coniston to Interlaken (1,000 miles in 10 days) to take part in the Jungfrau Marathon, which I completed in 4hours 11 minutes.

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