Osteopathy, Sports massage

The Importance of Strong Calf Muscles

Do you know the importance of strong calf muscles? Our calf muscles are often over looked, with most of the focus being on the glutes, quads and hamstrings, but good calf strength has a direct effect on your athletic ability, including injury prevention.   The calf is made up of two main muscles: the gastrocnemius… Continue reading The Importance of Strong Calf Muscles

A screenshot of the iPhone "Health" app activity tracker showing "walking and running distance, steps and flights climbed"
Osteopathy, Sports massage

Do you walk 10,000 steps a day?

I recently completed a course on exercise prescription for the treatment and prevention of disease. A key component for improving health is walking. The guideline is 10,000 steps a day which has many health benefits: Walking can lower your risk of developing high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes mellitus and heart disease. It can also… Continue reading Do you walk 10,000 steps a day?