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Redefining Performance: Gap Analysis.
For improved performance we must first be able to critically evaluate our current strengths and weaknesses within our given task.
Redefining Performance.
This blog is instalment 1 of 4 on ‘redefining performance’. We’ve bought together practitioners from all our Sports Lab services for a collaborative voice.
Hey Guys…How’s Your Libido?
Redefining Health: What Can I Do Now?
Over the health defining series our goal has been to challenge your thoughts about health. Here we discuss “what now” with helpful tips you can implement
Redefining Health: Applying the Science
It's time to get our nerd on! In part three of our Redefining Health series, we take a deeper look at the science. Click here to read more.
Redefining Health: Take a Step Back and See The Bigger Picture
Redefining Health- Part Two: We're going to challenge your attitude/behaviours and hopefully convince you to take a more active preventative approach to your health.
Redefining Health: It is Time We Challenged Your Thoughts on Health
Redefining Health: We're going to challenge your attitude/behaviours and hopefully convince you to take a more active preventative approach to your health.
Supplements – Everything You Need to Know
The supplement industry is continuously growing and offering a wider range of products. So, what is all the fuss about? Here's what you need to know.
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), Over-training and Burnout: Same Thing Different Name?
The explanation for overtraining is the exact definition that describes Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S). So, are they different?
Running Form – A Merging of Science and Art
Running form – it’s more than just a simple science. Get the lowdown on how this great system can work for you. Click here to read more…
A New Twist On Ankle Pain
Why do I keep getting pain even though I am no longer injured? The answer may be more involved than you expect – but the solution can be quite simple…
Breathe
Deep breathing could be the key to reducing stress and improving wellbeing. Here’s how you can incorporate it into life and start seeing these benefits.
Have You Jumped The Gun?
SportsLab Physio, Becky, talks us through the key to preventing and managing injuries: load management.
Should Running Shoes Cure Pronation?
There is much debate, especially on social media, about the pronation paradigm of fitting running shoes. But what actually is this and should we even care?
“ Huh… You Can Manipulate My Organs?”
Visceral manipulation is manipulation of internal organs. This sounds a bit invasive and strange but hang in there because there’s method to this madness.
Lace Up Your Running Shoes: Running Isn’t Damaging Your Knees
While it is true that runners are at higher risk of “runners’ knee”, these issues don’t mean that they will get osteoarthritis.
Energy Availability In Sport: It’s Not Just The Girls
Dr. Claire Badenhorst shares her knowledge about diet and energy availability in sport, alongside our massage therapist, Luke.
My Butt Hurts.
Buying a bike saddle can be a daunting task. There are so many different options on the market, how do you know which is the best option for you? Read on...
Pain Free Performance Starts at the Pedal- Why Stance Width is Important
A correct stance width on your bicycle allows for efficient delivery of power and injury prevention.
Aero is Everything.
Anyone that’s ridden on a windy day in Auckland knows all about wind drag. The question is how to go faster without having to work harder? Aerodynamics!