Don't let pain hold you back from the sports and activities you love One of the most common worries I hear from with joint pain, back pain or old injuries is: “I want to get stronger, but I’m worried about making things worse.” That concern it completely understandable.  When you’ve experienced pain, injury, or ongoing stiffness, exercise can feel intimidating, even if you’ve always been active. Why exercise can feel risky when you’re in pain Pain changes the way you move. · 

That Moment You Catch Yourself (But What If You Didn’t?) You’re walking across a car park, step onto a slightly uneven bit of pavement,...

Resistance band exercise What is chronic low back pain and can exercise help? Chronic low back pain (LBP) is a widespread issue affecting millions worldwide, often leading to discomfort, reduced mobility, and a lower quality of life.  Exercise is a well-established strategy for managing LBP, with research highlighting that certain types, such as resistance training, Pilates, and motor control exercises, are particularly effective in reducing pain intensity and disability. A r

Keep moving to maintain joint health Have you ever heard a crackling or grinding noise when you bend or straighten your knees? That sensation, known as knee crepitus , is surprisingly common.  A recent systematic review published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine  found that 41% of the general population experiences knee crepitus , and among those with knee osteoarthritis (OA), the prevalence jumps to 81% .  But what does this mean for your movement practice, and sho