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Advice for Gymnasts, Advice for Parents, Guest Bloggers

How to manage a Hip Injury with Physio, Liam Penglaze

Liam Penglaze, Physiotherapist at PhysioStudio, answers one of our followers’ questions via Instagram. Check it out below! In this video, Liam states, “… It would depend on the severity and history of your daughter’s injury, however I would probably consider that first 14 days upon return to sport as the key window of gaining success to project your daughter forward in the months and weeks … Continue reading How to manage a Hip Injury with Physio, Liam Penglaze

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Introducing Occupational Therapist, Katrina Sweeney

This week, the Gym Spot talks to Katrina Sweeney, 25 years old who is currently living out her passion to help people through her career. In 2019, she graduated from The University of Newcastle with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) Degree to become an Occupational Therapist (OT). She currently works as a community based OT, visiting clients under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). … Continue reading Introducing Occupational Therapist, Katrina Sweeney

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Rehabilitation and its process with Liam Penglaze

You may hear about this a lot when it comes to training. But how much do you actually know about rehabilitation? Liam Penglaze goes into depth regarding tips and tricks for rehabilitation post-injury.   “First things first, what exactly is rehabilitation?” Liam states, “Rehabilitation can be very short (think a few days) or very long (think weeks…to months…to years!). In physiotherapy, the definition of rehabilitation … Continue reading Rehabilitation and its process with Liam Penglaze

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Nutrition for Gymnasts with Kieran Woodford

This week we talked to Nutrition and Dietetics Student, Kieran Woodford about the role nutrition plays in an athlete’s strength, performance and recovery, most especially when it comes to training for the sport of gymnastics. Kieran is currently studying a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Newcastle and will be an approved accredited practising dietitian (APD) next year. According to Kieran, “Nutrition … Continue reading Nutrition for Gymnasts with Kieran Woodford

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Introducing Physiotherapist and Life Coach, Jeff B.J. Edwards

The Gym Spot would like to introduce self-employed Physiotherapist and Life Coach, Jeff B.J. Edwards! Jeff is a Physiotherapist that focuses on a patient’s mental health post-injury. He provides advice and methods to his patience in order to help them get through the injury and build their confidence back up when it comes to returning back to the sport. Jeff’s love and joy for keeping … Continue reading Introducing Physiotherapist and Life Coach, Jeff B.J. Edwards

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Introducing Physiotherapist, Liam Penglaze

The Gym Spot would like to welcome Liam Penglaze as one of our newest contributors! This is a section dedicated to performance and sports coaches, physiotherapists, sports psychologists, dietitians and other professionals with the hopes of providing more expert tips and advice for you all. Liam is a Physiotherapist and has been working at The PhysioStudio Hunter Valley since the beginning of the year. Through … Continue reading Introducing Physiotherapist, Liam Penglaze

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Breathing techniques for Calm and Focus with Dr. Sue Jackson

This week, Dr. Sue Jackson takes a look at the ways breathing techniques can benefit athletes in achieving a calm and focused mind, therefore, achieving their best results. Breathing – for calm & focus While we are always breathing, we are often not aware of how we are breathing. Breathing is the gateway to what our experience in our body and mind is like. If … Continue reading Breathing techniques for Calm and Focus with Dr. Sue Jackson

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Psychological Imagery and Visualisation for Gymnasts with Dr. Sue Jackson

This week, sports Psychologist Dr. Sue Jackson takes us through the physical and mental benefits of taking time to mentally prepare for routines and performances and the most beneficial ways to master this technique. Imagery Imagery, or Visualisation, is a popular psychological skill used by gymnasts looking for a mental edge. For anyone who watched the recent World Championships in Stuttgart, you would have seen … Continue reading Psychological Imagery and Visualisation for Gymnasts with Dr. Sue Jackson

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Brand Ambassadors

Brand ambassadors offer countless benefits to both businesses, consumers and the ambassadors themselves. As a way of providing positive word of mouth, expanding company-consumer relationships and increasing brand approachability, brand ambassadors are an absolute necessity in the world of social media. This week we’re taking a moment to talk to one of Gymnastics Direct’s newest ambassadors, Josette, to find out why being an ambassador is … Continue reading Brand Ambassadors

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