Media release – December 2016 Coast Sport supporting the Australian Swim Team LOCAL PHYSIO KEEPING AUSSIE SWIMMERS IN PEAK CONDITION TO SNARE MEDALS AT WORLD SHORT COURSE IN CANADA It may have been snowing in Windsor but the Australian Dolphins Swim team was on fire! The Australian Dolphins Swim Team kick started its […]
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PALLOF PRESS Rotational movements are integral to many of the sports enjoyed by people on the Central Coast. From tennis to surfing to football, the Pallof Press can help you improve your rotational control. This is a great exercise for stability of hips, pelvis and spine and working on the slings of muscles that work […]
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As excess and indulgence reaches its apex for the year, an average of 8,640 calories are consumed through our gluttonous appetite for mince pies alone. Us Aussies are quite partial to a bingeing session, with Christmas being a common time when loosening of the belt occurs. On average Australians gain 0.8-1.5kg over the Christmas period. […]
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Swimming and the Central Coast go hand in hand! Swimming requires a dedicated commitment to training, incorporating anaerobic fitness although aerobic metabolism increases the longer the distance. Because of high volumes of training and competitions it is important that sufficient nutrients are provided to the body for optimal performance and overall health. Training diet Training […]
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Myofascial Cupping is a form of remedial massage treatment combining and using Myofascial Release Therapy and Trigger Point Therapy. How does it work? Using glass or silicone cups, they are placed on the skin, creating a slightly pressurised seal drawing up superficial muscle into the cup stimulating the circulation of blood, breaking up adhesion’s, and creating a pathway for toxins to be drawn out of the […]
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Side lying windmill- for thoracic mobility This exercise helps to increase thoracic rotation, why is this so important? Well a decrease in thoracic mobility can lead to issues in the joints above and joints below, hence problems with the neck and lower back. The thoracic spine is designed for flexion, extension and rotation. It is […]
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There are various aches and pain associated with playing “The Beautiful Game” on the Central Coast. Whether it be from the tackles, twinge in a muscle while you stretch for a ball, pushing yourself that little bit harder to beat a player or accidentally rolling an ankle, we’ve all experienced some soreness after playing football. Football […]
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Whether you’re a recreational or a competitive surfer you want your body in top condition so you can spend as much time out in the waves as possible. Massage therapy concentrates on keeping your body in a flexible and pain-free state by increasing range of motion and assisting in recovery. Treatments focus on the muscles […]
Read More6 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD DO YOGA IN WINTER Yoga is a practice for all seasons and all weather conditions. Why wait till summer, do something that’s good for your health and wellbeing NOW! People have a tendency to go into hibernation mode in winter, they give up their sport and other forms of exercise, […]
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According to research, there is great psychological and physical benefits for athletes who engage the services of regular massage therapy sessions as well as other stress-reducing activities. Here’s 5 reasons athletes should – and do – love massage therapy: An athlete, regardless if they are a developing athlete or an elite athlete, needs a quiet mind. We’ve all heard the cliché […]
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