Stress Fracture: How Physiotherapy Can Help You Recover and Prevent Future Injury Stress fractures are a common overuse injury, particularly among runners, dancers, and athletes who engage in repetitive impact activities. Unlike a sudden broken bone from a fall or accident, stress fractures develop gradually due to repeated strain on the bone. If you’ve had […]

At The Healthy Body Company, we are passionate about supporting local talent and fostering the next generation of athletes. John McDonald, a rising star in Australian athletics, embodies the determination, resilience, and passion that inspire us all. Through our sponsorship program, we have had the privilege of supporting John on his journey to the podium, […]

In recent years, there has been a noticeable surge in the number of individuals joining the running community. Running offers numerous health benefits and is a cheap, time-efficient, and fun (for some) way to improve cardiovascular fitness, bone, and metabolic health. However, it’s essential to prioritise safety and injury prevention, especially for beginners. Nathan Duguid, […]

The short answer is no. However, running can bring to light underlying/previous knee issues or training errors. There is a common myth that running can cause knee arthritis or worsen its symptoms, but this is not true. Research has shown that regular running does not increase the risk of developing knee arthritis, and in fact, […]

As a physiotherapist, one thing I always look out for in my patients is their running cadence. Why? Because it can impact your running efficiency and reduce the risk of injury. So, let’s dive into this topic and find out more about how your cadence can make a difference. Longer strides aren’t necessarily better First […]

As a physiotherapist and a keen runner myself, I cannot emphasize enough the importance of nutrition when it comes to long distance running. Your body needs energy and nutrients to keep going, and if you do not provide it with the right fuel, you will not be able to perform at your best. So, it […]

Are you tired of feeling exhausted halfway through your runs? Or maybe you’re looking to improve your running performance? Look no further than negative split running. Negative split running is a running strategy where you run the second half of a race or a training session faster than the first half. It’s a simple yet […]

The 80/20 Rule of running training states that 80% of your weekly training time should be done at an easy effort level, with 20% consisting of harder running. This lower intensity can be easily measured with the talk test; if you are able to hold a conversation during your run then you’re running at the […]

There are many growth plate areas that can be irritated in adolescent children.  We’ve written about Sever’s Disease before, another common area is the knee. This condition is known as Osgood Schlatters Disease or syndrome. Osgood Schlatters is a common cause of knee pain in adolescent children who are physically active. Boys are more likely to […]