A calf stretcher is a device that is used to get a deep controlled stretch on the calf muscle. Pretty straightforward really. But why would you need one? After completing an exercise program or participating in sporting activity, people commonly use static stretching to relieve tension in the calf muscle, increase blood flow, and reduce post activity delayed onset muscle … [Read more...] about A Guide To Calf Stretchers
An Easy Way To Lower Your Golf Handicap
Golf is an incredibly frustration game to play well. I know this from first hand experience. But how do you go about improving your game quickly? Quite simply the best way to lower your golf handicap is to invest in high quality golf tuition. Preferably from a PGA accredited professional. When I first started playing I purchased a cheap set of golf clubs from Ebay (big … [Read more...] about An Easy Way To Lower Your Golf Handicap
Protect IT Socks Review
First impressions These socks are the latest specialist sports and casual range of sock in the market. The manufacturers make the bold claim on the packaging that these are "The world's ultimate sock". I decided to take a closer look. The socks are endorsed by 2004 Olympic medallist Kelly Sotherton and worn by many professional sports people including members of the … [Read more...] about Protect IT Socks Review
How To Fit Sport Insoles
OK, so you've got a foot condition that requires sport insoles, usually pronation (feet rolling inwards) plantar fasciitis maybe even heel pain, your friendly chiropodist, podiatrist or foot health practitioner have prescribed you a pair of sport insoles, great. But how do you fit them? Firstly you need to look in your trainers or shoes and remove the standard insole. Take … [Read more...] about How To Fit Sport Insoles
Can You Be Fat & Fit? A New Study Suggests Not
Wishful thinking or based on fact. The debate surrounding whether it is possible to be obese and still metabolically fit has long been a contentious issue. In a recent US study reported in the media this age old issue is given new scrutiny. So can you be fat & fit? Whilst it's without doubt obvious that some athletes considered "clinically obese" can perform tasks way … [Read more...] about Can You Be Fat & Fit? A New Study Suggests Not