by adpraxiz | Jan 5, 2024 | Uncategorized
We all crave the occasional indulgence. A mindless distraction or a little treat to reward our hard work… Some people see massage as an indulgence, but the good news is that unlike many of the indulgences we crave, massage has several reported health benefits....
by adpraxiz | Aug 3, 2023 | Uncategorized
Osgood-Schlatter disease (OSD) (or tibial tuberosity traction apophysitis) is a common condition that affects the knee, primarily in adolescents and young athletes. OSD is more frequently experienced in males 12-15 years old who are involved in activities that require...
by adpraxiz | Jul 31, 2023 | Uncategorized
Today on the Praxis What We Preach blog, where we shed light on Achilles tendinopathy, a common condition affecting athletes and active individuals. In this article, we will explore the causes, symptoms, and effective treatment strategies for managing Achilles...
by adpraxiz | Jul 11, 2023 | Uncategorized
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is a common condition that affects the knee joint, particularly the area where the kneecap (patella) meets the thigh bone (femur). It is a prevalent issue among athletes, active individuals, and people with certain anatomical...
by adpraxiz | May 29, 2023 | Uncategorized
Summary The “wait and see” approach refers to individuals to delay seeking appropriate medical intervention This “hope” based approach can result in poorer outcomes Those people who were suffering their first episode of musculoskeletal pain are...
by adpraxiz | May 29, 2023 | Uncategorized
Recently, to keep the ballooning effects of the all you can eat buffet at bay whilst on my Cricket Australia Indian tour, I increased my high intensity running load. All was going splendidly with 4 days of high intensity running under my belt until on the 5th day and...
by adpraxiz | May 26, 2023 | Uncategorized
Cricket is a game that demands immense physical prowess, especially from fast bowlers who generate incredible power during the delivery stride. However, it is this intensity that can often lead to injuries, with side strains being a common condition among cricketers....
by adpraxiz | May 26, 2023 | Uncategorized
The age old question: What’s the best gym activity for my sport? Well – the answer should always be “it depends”. Even the same athlete playing the same sport will have different requirements at different parts of a season. Generally speaking,...
by adpraxiz | May 22, 2023 | Uncategorized
In part 1 of this blog, we discussed the generalities associated with bilateral vs unilateral training. In part two, we discuss the findings of a scientific systematic review and metaanalysis (essentially getting all the papers published in the area and collating the...
by adpraxiz | May 19, 2023 | Uncategorized
We often get asked what are the benefits of one form of exercise versus another. Sometimes this is as simple as discussing the difference between cardio and weights. Today’s article focuses on the difference between a two types of gym based loading programs...