ITB syndrome
What is ITB friction syndrome? ITB friction syndrome (ITBFS) is inflammation of the iliotibial band (ITB) (the strong band of
Calf strain or tear
What is it? A calf strain, commonly called a ‘pulled’ muscle, is caused by overstretching or tearing of either of
Corked thigh
What is a corked thigh? A “corked thigh” or muscle contusion is caused by a severe impact to the muscles
Stretching: an illustrated guide
Why stretch? Stretching exercises encourage lengthening of your muscles and their associated tendons. They counteract the shortening and tightening of
Shin pain (shin splints)
What is it? Shin pain is felt on or around the shin bone (tibia) and it may be localised or can
Muscle aches and pains: treatments
Muscular aches and pains are very common and most people will suffer from sore muscles at some time or another.
Rotator cuff injury
A rotator cuff injury is usually a strain or tear of the rotator cuff – the muscles, tendons and joint
Exercise to burn fat
Humans have a natural tendency to store fat — it’s a survival mechanism to protect us against the possibility of
Aerobic exercise: what you need to know
What is aerobic exercise? ‘Aerobic’ exercise refers to exercise that requires the consumption of substantially more oxygen than at rest.