Why you shouldn’t do ‘Functional’ Exercise (at least not right away)

“Functional movement patterns” or “Functional exercise” is all the rage these days which is great to see. Effectively researched and evidenced based exercises and drills are what a lot of us have been striving towards for many years now. Gone are the days of the archaic rituals and “Back and Bi’s” routines for many ofContinue reading “Why you shouldn’t do ‘Functional’ Exercise (at least not right away)”

Rehabilitation Vs Training – What is the difference?

Here at Tier 1, we get asked this question a lot, like a hell of a lot! People are always getting in touch asking if us if it would best to see Stuart or Ollie (our Therapists) or Jon (Our Coach) for exercise prescription, coaching and training. The reason for these questions appears to beContinue reading “Rehabilitation Vs Training – What is the difference?”

Position is King – Part 2

The role of position, stress and breathing in training and rehabilitation

“Why is it not going away?” Another common question for those with back pain…

Lower back problems are one of, if not the most frustrating injuries or problems to have (see our ‘what can cause back pain’ blog here). Back pain very often seems to follow this cycle of being painful and then calming down after a couple of days. A month or two later it comes back withContinue reading ““Why is it not going away?” Another common question for those with back pain…”

Stress – What’s REALLY happening?

The common misconception surrounding stress is that it only affects us psychologically and emotionally. The reality is stress is so much more than a state of mind. To the human brain and body, stress is stress. It may come from a million different factors but to the body, stress is stress. A simple way forContinue reading “Stress – What’s REALLY happening?”

“Why me?” – A common question for those with Back Pain.

Always wondered why you are always suffering with your back pain? 85% of us suffer from back pain in our lives, so you are not alone! But people do always ask ‘why me’ you can find out below!

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