By Marco Mons Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. While there is no cure for autism, various therapies and interventions can significantly improve the quality of life for individuals with ASD. One often underestimated but essential component of a holistic approach to autism management is regular […]

By: Jana van Jaarsveld Introduction Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a neurological condition that affects muscle control and movement, often leading to physical disabilities. Although it can be challenging and while there is no cure for CP, the benefits of exercise and physical activity for children with this condition cannot be overstated. There are tons of […]

By: Gcina Gumede Each cell in the human body has a nucleus that contains genetic material which is a code for inherited traits. Typically, the human nucleus contains 23 pairs (46 in total) of chromosomes with each parent donating one half of each pair, this makes up the genetic code of a human. In individuals […]

By Taygan Robson, Sport Scientist and Director of Pure Science The three 🔢 stages of overtraining can be identified as follows: During stage 1️⃣ , Individuals engage in overreaching, which refers to a period of intensified training that exceeds the individual’s normal training load.Increased fatigue, sleep disturbances, and sub-par performance characterise the initial stage of […]

By Marco Mons Exercise, a once thought unlikely ally in heart disease management, is proving to be a powerful tool with substantial benefits. Despite initial concerns, research demonstrates the positive impact of exercise on cardiovascular health. Here are 7 ways that exercise can improve your life if you have a form of heart disease. 1. […]

By Jana van Jaarsveld Introduction Chronic pain is a widespread health concern that affects millions of people around the world. It contributes to disability, anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, poor quality of life, and healthcare costs. While other treatment modalities( are commonly used to manage chronic pain, exercise has emerged as a powerful and holistic approach […]

Padel is the new buzz word on everyone’s lips and is currently the most popular racquet sport, growing daily. Everyone seems keen to try it out and get kitted out, but why is it so popular and what is causing the sport to grow so fast? Padel, also known as padel tennis, which is a […]

Running is generally referred to a poor man sport. Additionally, it is the simplest and cheapest form of exercise. You don’t need a gym membership or a lot of training equipment, you only need some motivation/determination and your feet. This simple sport seems to be very straight forward, just run, but at some point, you […]

By Gcina Gumede An eccentric muscle contraction, also known as an eccentric movement, occurs when a muscle lengthens while under tension, as opposed to contracting through shortening (concentric). The muscle is doing negative work because it is applying force in one direction but moving in the opposite way. During an eccentric contraction, the muscle fibres […]

By Jana van Jaarsveld Do you know your strength? Have you ever measured your strength accurately? Are you recovering from an injury OR have muscle imbalances? If you’ve said yes to any of the above, then we can help you.  The renovation of our Killarney practice inside the gym is now complete, and we have […]