13 Aug

12 week half marathon training plans

Half-Marathon Training Plans icon In preparation for the Central Coast Half Marathon on the 25th of November, we have decided to create beginner, intermediate and advanced 12 week half marathon training plans to help you get on track for race day! Whether you are a beginner aiming to run your first half marathon, or wanting […]

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07 Aug

Common foot problems in field hockey

Field hockey – Common foot problems icon Field hockey requires a combination of speed, endurance and agility. Players are continuously changing speed and direction at a moments notice. The nature of the game as well as the hard surfaces it is often played on cause a much higher force being placed through your lower limbs. […]

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07 Aug

Pan Pacific Para Swimming Championships 2018

2018 Pan Pacific Para Swimming Championships icon Coast Sport Director and Physiotherapist, Brett Doring is currently in sunny Cairns looking after the Australian Para Swim Team in the lead up to Pan Pacific Para Swimming Championships being held from 9th-13th August. With 35 of our best para swimmers representing Australia on home soil in Far […]

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31 Jul

Falls Prevention

How to prevent falls icon Falls are extremely common in the elderly and are a major cause of injury. Approximately 28-35% of people aged 65 and over fall each year, increasing to 32-42% for those over 70 years of age. Falls are the underlying cause of 50% of injury related hospitalisations among people aged 65 […]

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30 Jul

Up close and personal with Nicola McDermott

Get up close and personal with Coast Sport Ambassador – Nicola McDermott icon Learn more about Commonwealth Games Bronze medallist and local high jumping star, Nicola McDermott as she shares intimate insights with us on what it takes to train and perform at an elite level and what she is hoping to achieve on her […]

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23 Jul

Common foot problems in golf

Foot problems in golf icon A full round of golf can often add up to a 6.5 to 8 kilometer workout, which can cause some discomfort and pain in your feet. Painful and tired feet can affect your timing and balance enough to have a large impact on your swing, which can be reflected on […]

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16 Jul

Severs Disease

Severs Disease icon Severs disease is also known as calcaneal apophysitis. It is an extremely common condition in children, and it can be very painful and limit the child’s ability to run and play. As a child grows the calcaneus (Heel) can grow faster than the surrounding soft tissue, causing the Achilles tendon to be […]

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19 Jun

Nicola McDermott signs as Ambassador

Flying high – Introducing Coast Sports newest ambassador Nicola McDermott icon Coast Sport is delighted to welcome their newest ambassador, Commonwealth Games Bronze medallist and high jumping star, Nicola McDermott. Joining a growing stable of local talent, McDermott will gain access to the premium facilities, equipment and treatment supplied by leading allied health services provider […]

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19 Jun

Foot pain in runners

Foot pain in runners icon Foot pain and injuries in runners are very common, particularly when it comes to overuse injuries. The most common foot injuries in running include: Metatarsal Stress fractures – Metatarsal stress fractures are the most common type of stress fracture to occur in the foot, and are very common in runners. […]

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19 Jun

Plantar Warts: What They Are and How to Treat Them

You’ve probably heard of warts before, but plantar warts are in a league of their own. These stubborn spots on the bottom of your feet can turn simple activities like walking into a real pain. Let’s dive into why these pesky growths appear and what you can do about them. Think of a plantar wart […]

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