Nutrition Tips for Teens!
Nutrition is an important element throughout our physio sessions here at Physio Performance. For the most part, there is no special formula for teens to follow in terms of nutrition for sport. A balanced and varied diet is the key to an overall healthy lifestyle, as...
Strength Training Advice for Teens
Here ay Physio Performance, we are frequently asked these questions from parents in the Drogheda area: Should my teenager be lifting weights? Is it safe? Will it stunt their growth? How do I make sure they are not lifting too heavy? Below we are going to answer these...
Osgood Schlatter’s & Severs Disease
Here at Physio Performance we treat a lot of teenagers on a weekly basis from different sports teams to every day injuries. Traction apophysitis is a term used for a group of ‘conditions’ that tends to affect children/teenagers who are having a ‘growth spurt’. The...
Sports Massage for Marathon Runners!
As the Dublin Marathon is quickly approaching, we are seeing a lot of marathon runners on a daily basis here in the Physio Performance clinic. When training for a marathon, there are specific times to get a deep tissue massage if you want to really see the benefits....
Mobility, Recovery, Sleep, Repeat!
At Physio Performance, we completely understand that when you train or participate in sport, there’s always the risk of injury. However, we can help to reduce overuse injuries through proper recovery strategies. It’s important to know how to properly recover so...
Championship Week: How to Nail Your Nutrition
Here at Physio Performance, we treat a lot of GAA players and sports injuries each week, so we completely understand how important the GAA Championship season is! Match week nutrition is a key element when wanting to perform to your best. Carbohydrates are the...
Strength Training for Marathon Runners
Here at Physio Performance, strength training is something we promote daily. In our previous blog, we discussed the importance of a consistent training plan for marathon runners, and this week we are looking at strength training which is a key factor within your...
The Importance of a Training Plan for Marathon Runners
Marathon training can be overwhelming and challenging at the best of times, but here at Physio Performance, we are here to help from beginning to end! A consistent training plan & goal setting are two key elements to a successful marathon. If you’ve decided to run...
4 Marathon Mistakes To Avoid!
Whether you are training for your first marathon, or your second, third or tenth, Physio Performance is here to help you from the initial training stages, right through to the finish line! Our expert therapist Conor is here to help guide you with his his top 4...
Marathon Training? How to Shop For Running Shoes:
One of the most common questions we get asked here at Physio Performance: “What are the best shoes for running?” This is actually a great question that all runners – new and experienced – should ask. And unfortunately, there’s no perfect answer. Finding the right...