icon In Part I of this blog, we discussed the epidemiology of breaststroke related injury, as well as the common presentations of knee, abdominal, hip and groin pain associated with breaststroke kick. If you haven’t already, you can read part 1 here. Identifying risk factors for injury allows us to target our injury prevention strategies. […]
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icon In 2018 it is estimated that 138,321 new cases of cancer will be diagnosed in Australia meaning that most of us out there have been touched by cancer in some way. Cancer Council Australia does much needed fundraising all year round to assist in cancer research, prevention and support services. Relay for Life is […]
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icon With the cricket season well and truly upon us, it’s important to know what the most common injuries in cricket are, and how you can manage and reduce your risk of each injury. Common injuries Rotator cuff injuries All of the aspects of cricket, including bowling, batting and fielding put your shoulders in to […]
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icon On Sunday 25th November 2018 at Memorial Park, The Entrance, NSW, thousands of running enthusiasts will be lacing up their sneakers in preparation for the popular Central Coast Half Marathon and 10km Fun Run. Leading local allied health provider, Coast Sport, is thrilled to be supporting the event again in their quest to get […]
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icon Unlike road running, trail running brings with it a new array of injuries and complaints due to its challenging terrains and uneven surfaces. Common injuries we see in trail runners include: Ankle Sprains Cuts and grazes Calf cramping Hip flexor and adductor (groin pain) How do we avoid these? Preparation is key. Implement a […]
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Lower limb injuries in breaststroke swimmers: Epidemiology and common conditions icon We all know that shoulder pain is by far the most prevalent injury in the competitive swimming population, with prevalence reported between 40% and 90%, depending on what you read. Considering that the upper limbs provide up to 80% of forward propulsion in freestyle, […]
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Top tips for preparing your feet for a trail run icon The Bouddi Coastal Run is coming up on the 27th of October, and having your feet prepared and in good condition is a must! Here are our top tips and things to consider when preparing for a trail run. Footwear When choosing your shoes […]
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icon Coast Sport is proud to be supporting the Mingara Relay For Life once again for 2018. Relay For Life is a fun and moving overnight experience that raises vital funds for the Cancer Council’s research, prevention, information and support services. Relay is a chance for the Central Coast community to recognise and celebrate local […]
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icon Did you know that data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2014-2015 National Health Survey revealed that 9 in 10 or 93% of Australian adults did not eat the recommended 5 serves of vegetables per day?! Vegetables are one of the 5 core food groups and regular consumption has been strongly linked to the […]
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icon Coast Sport are thrilled to be supporting the Bouddi Coastal Run again this year. The popular local run is held within Bouddi National Park, stunning coastal reserve on the NSW Central Coast. Occurring on Saturday 27th October 2018 in Killcare, Central Coast, the Bouddi Coastal Run involves a spectacular 14km and 21km trail run […]
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