Whether you're chasing a PB, training for your first marathon, or simply running a Parkrun, planning your training is crucial. But even the most committed runners can fall into bad habits that can slow progress and ultimately lead to injury. We asked Darwin’s leading runner and founder of Rapid Creek Track Club, Tim Hewitt, his thoughts on the most common mistakes runners make in their training. Here’s what he said, and some tips on how you can avoid them 👇🏼 1️⃣ Ignoring

Causes of TMJ pain Intra-Articular Causes 1. Inflammatory conditions Caused by direct trauma, such as a blow to the chin/jaw or indirect...

Concussion is an extremely common presentation, with an estimated 100,000 sport-related concussions in Australia each year. Concussion involves a rapid movement of the brain inside the skull, causing a reduction in brain energy, disrupting brain function and causing a range of symptoms including but not limited to; headaches, dizziness, fatigue, poor concentration and altered memory. Recently there has been an increased awareness of concussion and its potential long-term

The reasons for warming up before any physical activity are well known. But are our warm-ups adequately preparing us for an improved...

As a Physio, I get asked this question a lot. Personally I am a big fan of CrossFit, the culture, the environment, the versatility and variability along with the accountability is a great combination for a successful fitness regime. Like anything there is an element of ‘risk of injury’, however I believe the benefits far out way the risks. A study published in 2019 reported that CrossFit is a safe training option when practiced in a controlled environment, and it is not more

What is it? What are the benefits? When should you use it? Our Physiotherapist Laura looks at the craze which is foam rolling along with common uses and benefits. So, what is it all about? Foam rollers have become one of the most popular forms of self-manual therapy. Most athletic training programs now utilise foam rolling as a staple warm-up and cool-down exercise. Foam rollers are cylindrical shaped, dense foam tools which now come in varying lengths and finishes. They are