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  • The pros and cons of barefoot running… “Kinematic and kinetic analyses show that even on hard surfaces, barefoot runners who forefoot strike generate smaller collision forces than shod rear-foot strikers.” Tom Kelso at breakingmuscle.com digs into the research to bring you the debate on barefoot running. Image: iStockphoto

  • Read any articles about a recently published study that looked at exercise and depression? If so, you might be interested in this piece on NHS Choices that takes a look behind the headlines…’ Image: iStockphoto

  • On BBC One’s ‘How to Beat Pain’, Dr Jack Kreindler and Professor Greg Whyte look at the key facts about chronic back pain, osteoarthritis and acute pain, using themselves as guinea pigs to show how these debilitating conditions can be treated. In one clip, Prof Greg sends Dr Jack into the ring with ace cage-fighter Nick ‘the…

  • For those therapists who are not familiar with fascia, James Earls describes what it is and why all the fuss. I am sure most of you have noticed a new word creeping into the anatomy and bodywork lexicon in the past few years, which makes it seem as if fascia is a new discovery. In…

  • Tom Daley, “I dream of doing my best dive” – London 2012 Daley will compete in the 10m synchronised competition and solo on the 10m and 3m platforms. Read his inspiring story

  • Stretching and Muscle Fascia | Muscle Fascia Stretching

    If you’re interested in knowing more about muscle fascia, be sure to click the link above (or below) and read this very interesting article from The Stretching Institute on ‘Stretching and Muscle Fascia’. Stretching and Muscle Fascia | Muscle Fascia Stretching

  • Find the right trainers for your feet! There are so many footwear options, for so many different types of sport, and it can make all the difference to your sporting activity.  Rather than choosing what’s in style or what catches your eye, it’s important to first understand your foot type – high, normal or flat arch? Women’s…

  • If you have been lucky enough to secure tickets for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, this is what they will look like! LOCOG has just revealed the ticket design, by global brand and design consultancy Futurebrand.  It has also been announced that more tickets will go on sale tomorrow from 11:00am GMT, for 24 hours. Tickets will range…

  • Haile Gebrselassie showed with a fifth victory and achieved in a pulsating 2012 World leading time of 27 minutes 39 seconds that despite setbacks in his marathon career he is still the master craftsman ahead of his young pretenders over 10 kilometres. – Bupa Great Run Congratulations to all the runners that participated, and if…

  • Workaholics could benefit from yoga, relieving aches and pains from too much desk-time. Spending 35 hours or more at a desk each week, unsurprisingly, may result in headaches, pain in the shoulders, neck, back and feet due to limited exertion and circulation. Rather than reaching for a painkiller, tight muscles and stiff joints can unwind with some simple yoga poses that…

  • Zest magazine has launched its 8-week summer body challenge, inviting readers to document their progress in the Zest Reader Blogs.  Readers have various reasons for taking up the challenge, from shaping up for a summer wedding to reclaiming their pre-baby figure, training for a triathlon to a 10k run. Bloggers can log their progress, upload images and even seek advice.…

  • The UK’s Longest Bike Ride 2012 is looking for sports massage therapists to help with tired and achy muscles at the event, between 14th and 23rd September 2012. The team intends to cycle over 1000 miles from Land’s End to John O’Groats, covering 100 miles a day – a serious physical challenge! The team hopes…