LOVE RUNNING.....

Bristol's 10k this May will hopefully include upto 500 runners running under this banner, for charity. Would you like to join the throng? Packs with information about the training programme and other useful bits of information will be available from 27th February.

The Physio Place will not only be supporting this fantastic group of people through the physio and sports massage side of things but will be running too :-)

If you're one of the many people who are hoping to do this race but have no previous experience of running.....before you do anything....have a read of the following tips

1. Invest in the right trainers!! Pay a trip to a good running shop that specialises in analysing your running making sure you get the best trainers for you. Up and Running, next to The Physio Place, in North View, Westbury Park are offering a 10% discount and a free pair of socks for any Love Running participants.

2. Don't forget to warm up slowly and stretch before starting the main part of your run, also cooling down with a walk and more stretches at the end all helps to reduce muscle tightness.

3. Make sure you're strong enough for the task. That may seem a strange point to make but I treat a lot of sports injuries and often a lack of strength is a major contributing factor to the problem. If you'd like to book into have your running analysed and the length and strength of your main lower leg muscles assessed - give me a call and book in. I'll be doing a special rate of £5 for 20 minutes for all Love Running runners.

4. Any aches and pains more than just fatigue should be looked at. Don't let problems build up and get in the way of you giving this race your best shot. Special physio rates for treatment and sports massage are also available at The Physio Place.

5. Food/diet is key to training programmes, upping protein and carbs are just two key food groups that need attention. More information on the training diet will be available shortly.

6. And finally, don't forget your core muscle. Good posture and core stability is key - to have yours assessed or to find out more about this call 07984203698 and ask Jemma.

If you have any questions I'm very happy to answer them just call the above number or email jemma@thephysioplace.com.

Look forward to seeing you soon.

Free Running Analysis 23rd January + Bristol

This Saturday 'The Physio Place' and 'Up and Running' on North View, Wsstbury Park BS6 are offering a morning of free running analysis. We've teamed up to provide anyone that comes along with the benefit of both our skills sets. I'll be looking at everyone's biomechanics and any muscle imbalances and the guys from the running shop will be making sure trainers offer enough support and control.

No need to book, just come along and take advantage of this great offer. Anyone coming will also be given £5 off their first physio session (should they need one) and 10% off any trainers they buy that day.......oh the incentives :-)

Make sure this year you achieve your goals - painfree!!

Look forward to seeing you then.

End of 2009 at The Physio Place - Start of 2010!!

What at exciting end to 2009!! The Physio Place's clinic in Bristol's Westbury Park is officially open!! 80 people joined the team and me for mulled wine and mince pies to mark the occasion on 17th December.

Now we're eagerly anticipating what 2010 has in store.

Things we've already got planned for January include the starting of several new pilates courses and free 15 minutes physiotherapy assessment and advice sessions.

If one of 2010'a resolutions is to get fit or improve in a sport or fitness activity we can help. Having a good core is often key to maximising your performance. The Physio Place is now able to offer pilates so if this is something you're interested in you'll probably want to know more about our classes. We offer small classes, 1-2-1, 2-2-1 or 3-2-1. making sure you get the attention and guidance you need to get the most out of the course. Courses are pre and post natal and fitness pilates. Exercises can be tailored to help with your sport, fitness. A local running club has already benefitted from a course we started in November where a large part of their exercises focussed on their running needs.

If running is something you're hoping to get better at why not book in for a 20 minute free running analysis session - available throughout January. It's the best way to minimise potential injury and get the best out of your efforts!

If you're interested in finding out more about how we can help you or if you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact me on 07984203698 or email jemma@thephysioplace.com and quote this blog.

Happy New Year!!