IT band syndrome is one of the most common injuries we see in runners and cyclists training for the Melbourne Marathon and Around the Bay. This guide breaks down why it happens and what an evidence-based strength and recovery plan looks like.
Shin splints keep coming back when the underlying cause is not addressed. This guide covers how Alpha Sports Medicine Newport assesses shin splints, the strength exercises that make a difference, and the signs it is time to stop managing it yourself.
I have had RED-S twice. The first time at fifteen, the second at twenty-eight. The second time, I was a practising sports physiotherapist. I had studied it, I had assessed patients for it, and I still didn’t recognise it happening in my own body until I had a stress fracture in my foot. That’s the
(Alpha Flex (Alpha Sports Medicine) | Hypermobile Runner | Osteopath Newport | Ascot Vale | Bacchus Marsh | Online Telehealth) Running is one of the most natural ways to move — but for people with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) or Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD), it can feel like a daunting goal. At Alpha Sports Medicine, we
Running is one of the most accessible and rewarding forms of exercise — but it’s also one of the most common sources of overuse injuries we see at Alpha Sports Medicine. Whether you’re a casual runner training for your first 5K or preparing for your next marathon, the repetitive nature of running means that small
Calf strains can be ongoing and irritating injuries, especially when you have no idea when or how they started to become a problem. Why are calf strain injuries so tricky to identify? The calf muscle (two parts of the gastrocnemius, one part soleus) is responsible for producing high forces for the ankle and lower limb.
Training for a marathon is a significant commitment that requires careful planning, discipline, and dedication. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a first-timer, preparing for this endurance event can be both physically and mentally challenging. Our team at Alpha Sports Medicine know all about running, we have many runners amongst our team who know how
Running is a fantastic way to stay fit, relieve stress, and enjoy the great outdoors. However, it’s not without its injury risks. From shin splints to stress fractures, runners are susceptible to a variety of injuries that can put a halt to their training. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the most common
As runners, we often lace up our shoes, hit the pavement, and dive right into our workout. Our team of Osteopaths, Myotherapists and Exercise Physiologists love running, so we understand how important it is to spend as much time as possible running! However, what many of us overlook is the essential step of warming up
Are you a runner looking to improve your performance and prevent injuries? Have you considered incorporating osteopathy into your training routine? Osteopathy is a holistic approach that focuses on the body’s structure and function and can be a game-changer for runners. Running is a popular form of exercise that offers numerous health benefits. However, it
My Journey To The Marathon Throughout the pandemic, it has felt like the only thing we could leave the house for was exercise. So I decided it would be a good idea to start running. I had always been active but never had I felt the need to just run, let alone run a marathon…
Running can be a great form of fitness. It can get your heart racing and fill your body with endorphins, which can leave you feeling on top of the world! But that doesn’t just happen over night. It can sometimes feel difficult, exhausting and even cause you pain. So it is really important before you