Kinesiology Taping for the Achilles Tendon

Kinesiology Taping for the Achilles Tendon

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Like any injury, Achilles tendon pain is frustrating and can really affect your enjoyment of running and walking. Are you hobbling down the stairs first thing in the morning, and every time you stand up you start walking like you’ve aged 20 years! Don’t...
“JB Sports Therapy” is now “Optimal Movement”

“JB Sports Therapy” is now “Optimal Movement”

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JB Sports Therapy is evolving! From today Joe will be operating under the name “Optimal Movement”. What’s changing? Not only is Joe still offering the same great service to all new and current clients, but is also offering additional health and fitness services (with...
Zzzzz’s – Your Body’s Legal Doping Programme

Zzzzz’s – Your Body’s Legal Doping Programme

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Anabolic hormones aren’t solely restricted to soviet sprinters and Mr Olympia contestants. You too can get your fair share, but in a legal and more ethical way! Sleep is the most effective natural means of recovery.   Sleep benefits: Repairing damaged muscles...
The Hip – A Balancing Act

The Hip – A Balancing Act

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In this blog we’re going to look at why hip stability and mobility are so important and their relationship to injury prevention. Let’s start with a quick overview of the hip joint…… The hip joint consists of the acetabulum of the pelvis which...
Five Great Exercises for Runners

Five Great Exercises for Runners

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Here are five fantastic exercises that will specifically benefit runners by strengthening the core, hips, and legs. They are actually on the advanced side of exercises so don’t attempt them unless you are well conditioned or have the guidance of an exercise...