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Pete's 5k Run

Training For the Run

A friend of mine needed �300 plus to buy much needed sensory equipment. This was to help with her child Lucy�s development as she has downs syndrome.

Article Posted: 9 December 2012
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When the injury is in the acute stage of recovery you must use the R.I.C.E code (Rest, Ice, Compression & Elevation) you should give yourself time to heal & limit your activity. It will depend on the kind of injury you have & what treatment is best for that injury

Article Posted: 28 November 2012
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Migraine

Migraine occurs when blood vessels in the brain contract then dilate, causing searing pain. It may accompanied by altered vision (bright spots before the eyes), nausea, numbness, a sensation of pins & needles & sometime vomiting. Often regarded as a form of neuralgia

Article Posted: 10 November 2012
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Long_term

Long term effect of exercise on muscles

Regular exercise causes long term adaptation of the muscles in the body. Exercise benefits not only the skeletal muscles, but will also strengthen, and develop the cardiac muscles too.

Article Posted: 6 November 2012
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Vitamins

Vitamins & Minerals Information Sheet

Vitamins are very fragile nutrients that are easily destroyed during storage & cooking. Here are some useful tips to help get the most out of your food..

Article Posted: 5 November 2012
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Flexibility

Factors That Can Affect Flexibility.

Ligaments & connective tissues lose elasticity if not used say because of injury or layoff from activity.

Article Posted: 3 November 2012
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Chilli Rub

Taking the heat by Peter Roberts Sports Therapist

It was August bank holiday(2009) & I was helping out at the Northern Strongest man competition at Moss farm as physio�.

Article Posted: 28th Octerber 2012
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Nutrition and Supplements

Hi guys,

This week, I thought we�d take a look at protein. There�s a lot of nonsense pedalled about protein, particularly by companies trying to flog supplements, so I thought I�d try to clear some of the...

Article Posted: 10 June 2011
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Piriformis Syndrome

What Is Piriformis Syndrome?

The Piriformis is a small muscle that is deep within the buttock. It helps to rotate the leg outwards. It attaches to the femur bone near the outside crease...

Article Posted: 13 May 2011
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Sports Injury Article on if you Ice or Heat an Injury.

When Is Ice Best Uesd?

Ice is best used immediately for an acute injury as it will reduce swelling & pain. It will also cause the blood vessels to constrict. This will help limit internal bleeding at the...

Article Posted: 6 May 2011
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