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Strength Training During Pregnancy — What the Latest Research Shows
While guidelines recommend at least 150 minutes of physical activity each week during pregnancy, recent studies suggest that only about a quarter of pregnant women meet this goal. Resistance training is widely recommended for its many benefits, but often with caution around intensity and volume to ensure safety for both mother and baby. A recent systematic review has shed new light on the benefits and safety of strength training during pregnancy. One of the key findings is th
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Shoulder Injuries in CrossFit - Part 2
In part 2 of this series, Sam and Marc Keen from CrossFit Roppongi continue their discussion on strategies to deal with shoulder pain in...
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Strength Training for Running: Optimise Performance and Reduce Injury Risk
(Check out the clip on our instagram page) https://www.instagram.com/p/DNjQrbuTaF5/?igsh=MTV3MHhpdmNlaHZwcg== The Recent Debut of Hyrox...
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Shoulder Injuries in CrossFit - Part 1
In this post Sam teams up with Marc Keen from CrossFit Roppongi ( https://crossfitroppongi.com/ ) to discuss some common causes of...
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Stretching Myths and Misconceptions - Stretching helps prevent muscle soreness
For the video version check out our instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLtb2dGzfMw/?igsh=MXZqcTkxNG91bWQ4MQ== It's quite...
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Overtraining follow up
Just following on from a post that I did last month regarding the relevance of overtraining to different populations where I mentioned...
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Can Exercise Improve Memory?
#exercise #performance #work #energy #memory #training #strengthtraining #cardio
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Case Study: Rounded Deadlifts to Fix Yoav's Back
Case study on a powerlifter with back pain Yoav is one of our brilliant trainers and also a former competitive powerlifter. To see the...
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Add 10 years to your life!
The Impact of Activity Levels on Longevity #activity #exercicse #longevity #training #strengthtraining #cardio
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Overtraining Doesn't Apply to Me
Check out the video version here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFq2-0Xzg_A/?igsh=MXRyOXFsdHRubGVmbg== I did a post on overtraining a...
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Training for Bone Health
Osteoporosis and Osteopenia effect a last percentage of people over 50. The latest research shows that high intensity exercise can help...
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The Silver Lining of Rehab
Being injured and going through rehab isn't fun. For starters, you're in pain, which by definition is an unpleasant experience, your...
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Is Hanging a Cure-All for Shoulder Pain?
The Obsession with Hanging The world seems fascinated with the idea of hanging as a solution for shoulder pain. A quick online search for...
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What types of strength training best prevent running injury?
New Study Findings! Runners love to run, but when it comes to strength training, the enthusiasm often wanes. However, research...
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Decoding the Running Conundrum: To Change or Not to Change Your Running Style for Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation
Introduction Running is a dynamic and liberating activity that brings immense joy to countless enthusiasts. However, the potential for...
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Tokyo Living Podcast: Injury Edition – Rotator Cuff Related Shoulder Pain
On this episode of the injury edition, Sam tackles the topic of rotator cuff related shoulder pain, rotator cuff tears and shoulder...
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Youtube Video: 3 GREAT BICEPS EXERCISES!
https://youtu.be/4mX9rldj8fg Nathan explains 3 BICEPS exercises that will help you build bigger and stronger arms! #BICEPExercises...
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Resistance Training for Bone Health in Men
The LIFTMOR for men trial The incidence of osteoporosis (defined as bone mineral density T score greater than -2.5) is thought to be over...
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Youtube Video: ow to use BLOOD FLOW RESTRICTION technique for muscle growth and recovery, by a physical therapist!
https://youtu.be/njRJAuA-1-8 Our clinical director and head physiotherapist, Sam, explains the benefits and how to utilize BFR for...
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What Are the Most Dangerous Gym Exercises? Debunking Common Myths
Entering the world of resistance training can be a daunting experience for those unfamiliar with the ins and outs of the gym. Concerns...
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