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Warm-up


Tennis exercises for warm-ups and injury prevention
We demo six tennis exercises for your warm-up for injury prevention or for final stage rehab when coming back from injury.
Steph Davies
5 min read


Warm-up for runners who sit all day
Why sitting for extended periods predisposes a runner to injury, and what you can do about - including a pre-run warm-up demo.
Maryke Louw
10 min read


How to warm up before walking
We explain when you need a pre-walking warm-up and demonstrate four easy walking warm-ups that cover all the relevant muscles and joints.
Maryke Louw
4 min read


Glute bridge exercises – 4 variations demonstrated
Demos of four glute bridge variations, as well as the benefits of glute bridges, common mistakes, and how to progress your glute bridges.
Maryke Louw
6 min read


Neuromuscular electrical stimulation – Is it useful for training, recovery, and rehab?
This article explains the ins and outs of using neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) for rehab, recovery, and training.
Maryke Louw
8 min read


Static stretching vs. dynamic stretching – When to do which
Learn about the main benefits of static stretching and dynamic stretching as well as how you can decide which type of stretch is the best to do. Remember, if you need help with an injury, you're welcome to consult one of our physios online via video call. In this article: The good and bad of static stretching The good and bad of dynamic stretching When warming up, your choice of stretch should depend on… What type of stretching to do after sport When to avoid stretches Downl
Maryke Louw
5 min read


Body Hack 3: How to keep your muscles happy
THE BODYHACK SERIES: Body Hack 1: How to look after your joints Body Hack 2: Recipe for strong bones Body Hack 3: How to keep your...
Maryke Louw
5 min read


Components of the perfect warm-up: What exercises to include
You’re missing a trick if you don’t do a good warm-up before you run or do sport. Not only does it enhance your performance but it also...
Maryke Louw
5 min read


Yes, warming up prevents injuries. Here's how.
I can probably count on one hand the number of patients I see in clinic every week who actually do a proper warm-up before they exercise....
Maryke Louw
5 min read
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