The foundation of all gait starts at the foot. There are various external factors that can influence the movement at the feet. These factors could be mechanical instability, proprioception deficits, neuromuscular control deficits, postural control deficits and muscle weakness. Below are some examples of how each factor can impact the level of stability of the…
DetailsThroughout different aspects of a woman’s life, their adherence to exercise is inconsistent and there are a lot of factors that effect it. Pain due to menstrual cramps, or pelvic floor concerns, or conditions such as chronic pelvic pain, endometriosis and PCOS can contribute to this sporadic sedentary behaviour. When women experience pain, there is…
DetailsThe seasons are coming to an end for winter sports and preparation for next year is probably something that is on the mind of very few. Here are our thoughts on how you might need to manage your off season. You probably feel like you need some time off… Guess what…. you probably do! So take…
DetailsBuilding a Performance Culture We hear the media and professional coaches talk all the time about performance culture, but what is culture and how can we improve it? A performance culture is a team environment that ensures athlete adherence to the program, and complete buy-in where the athlete believes that what they are doing will…
DetailsAt most ages there can be enjoyment found in exercising in a group, this can be especially true for those who are youth challenged! It could be with a group of friends, those with the same or similar conditions or those of the same age. Depending on an individual’s preference there are a variety of…
DetailsMultiple Sclerosis (MS) is a neurological condition, whereby the myelin sheath (protective covering) around the nerves is damaged, disrupting communication between the brain and the body. MS can result in numerous different symptoms including: fatigue, pain, impaired coordination, loss of strength, vision loss, and severity may also differ. Depending on the type of MS you…
DetailsInjuries to the hamstrings can be career-threating and the rehabilitation process is crucial in the process for return to play. In times past, when completing rehabilitation for hamstring injuries, pain has been a leading factor on whether an exercise able to be completed. Recently a study by Hickery et al 2019 that used pain free…
DetailsWith walking making up a significant amount of individuals reported exercise regimes, the weather can have a huge impact on your total exercise time for the week. August in Toowoomba typically means cold winds that suck the life out of the flickering motivation levels we can have about exercising in winter. If you typically undertake…
DetailsCognition is the mental process of acquiring knowledge through the senses, thoughts and experiences. It influences our brain’s function for memory, attention, comprehension, problem solving and formulating knowledge. Exercise can be designed not only to help improve and maintain physical status but can also aid in cognitive development and maintenance. It has been widely recognised…
DetailsDiabetes is quickly becoming one of the largest threats to our health. According to a Chief Health Officer Queensland 2018 Report more than 242,000 people in Queensland have been diagnosed with diabetes, 4.8% of the population. Of those 9% were diagnosed with type 1, 87% had type 2, 3% had gestational and 1% other forms.…
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