Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) is a non-invasive treatment that uses electrical current to induce muscular contractions. In this comprehensive blog post, we unpack how EMS works, its benefits, potential risks, and alternatives.

Clinically known as Semaglutide (Ozempic), the drug stimulates insulin production, which helps balance blood glucose level and reduce appetite. This reduction in appetite results in reduced calorie consumption and eventually weight loss.

Congratulations! So you've just completed your Half, Full or Ultra Marathon, now let's focus on evidence-based recovery strategies, as published in Exercise Science research.

Cold water immersion (CWI) is a commonly used modality for athletes at all competition levels in postrecovery regimens and also is the most studied cryotherapy application. CWI also remains one of the most explored recovery strategies in current literature with more information being published regularly.

So how do we avoid dehydration? The obvious answer would be to drink more water. The recommended daily intake of water depends on a few different factors, but it can most easily be determined by a person’s body weight. It’s recommended to drink 1 cup (250ml) of water per 10kg of weight. Therefore, an 80kg person should drink 250ml X 8 = 2L.

In recent years, percussive therapy through massage guns has gained popularity as a tool for sports recovery, promising benefits ranging from reduced muscle soreness to enhanced flexibility. This blog post aims to delve into the scientific evidence supporting the use of massage guns, while also exploring potential considerations.

It is well-known that physical activity (PA) represents one of the primary pillars of health living and is thus a primary component of healthy living medicine. Therefore, in this blog post, we form the basis of an interesting and engaging physiological discussion by exploring some of the research published in peer-reviewed academic journals regarding the remarkable benefits of regular physical activity for maintaining healthy skin.

Injury management and injury prevention are central to athletic success and progress. For young athletes aged 11-16, parents, coaches and federation officials, this blog focuses on the medical advice from a Sports Medicine, Sports Physiotherapy, Sleep Science and Podiatry perspective.

The LTPD emphasizes the development of physical strength and flexibility, mental toughness, resilience, and emotional intelligence among athletes in all sports. Understanding each phase of development will assist with navigating the psychological demands of sport, including stress, setbacks, and success.