Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy encompasses a range of treatments, each utilising the properties of water to promote health and well-being.
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Massage Guns
Massage guns are, like a number of health and exercise tools throughout the years, currently trending. So, is it worth purchasing one?
Cold showers: Is there any scientific rationale?
Some people swear that cold showers can deliver myriad health benefits, from keeping chronic disease at bay to clearer thinking, improved circulation and general wellness improvements. But what does the science have to say about them?
Jet lag: The impact and management of flying on athletic performance
Long journeys and jet lag are a concern for many athletes, but what exactly is the impact of long flights on performance, and what strategies are available to counteract these effects?
Compression garments: Do they actually work?
Compression garments are everywhere nowadays, from elite athletes down to the average Joe. But what are they supposed to do, and should you be using them to improve your recovery?
Recovery yoga: how it can help athletes manage stress and improve performance
Recovery yoga can provide many benefits from both physiological and psychological stress, which can correlate to improved athletic performance.
Alcohol and performance: How should athletes approach it?
Should athletes be more aware of the impact of alcohol on performance? We delve into what the science says in terms of its effect on performance, recovery and nutrition.
Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS): What is it, and how can it be minimised?
Delayed onset muscle soreness, or DOMS, is the soreness we get in our muscles caused by micro-traumas, and the chemical processes associated with going above and beyond. But is it dangerous, and how can you avoid or minimise it?
Supplements in sport: What are the benefits and risks?
From powder-based proteins and creatine, to gel- and gummy-based caffeine and carbohydrates, performance supplements are sold to professional athletes and weekend warriors alike. But what exactly are the advantages and risks?
Cold water recovery: does it actually work (and what about heat)?
In episode 83 of the Science for Sport podcast, one of the world’s leading sport performance scientists reveals the truth behind one of the most used recovery methods: ice and cold water exposure.
Sleep and sport: Deprivation, training and performance
Due to the busy lifestyle that many athletes live, sleep and sport don’t always go together, but sleep is a must for recovery and performance. Here’s how to get the most out of your sleep.
ACL rehabilitation: How a strong nutrition plan can help you recover faster
ACL injuries are one of the most painful setbacks in sport. Can nutrition play a part in fast-tracking a return to play?
Massage guns: Much-needed recovery tool or money for nothing?
Massage guns are being heavily promoted as a key tool for recovery – but do they work, and do athletes need them?
Concussion recovery: Why it’s important to get active after a head knock (but don’t overdo it)
Concussions are a growing issue in many sports, and early initiation of low-intensity aerobic exercise is recommended to kick-start the recovery process.
Jet lag: How athletes can combat fatigue after flying
Jet lag and travel fatigue are no fun for anyone and can negatively impact athletic performance – but here’s some tricks and tips to combat air travel.
