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[Watch] What Pain Should You Never Ignore? A Sports Physician Explains
Many people live with pain for months or even years before seeking help. A sore back becomes part of the daily routine. A stiff knee is blamed on getting older. A recurring headache is dismissed as stress. The problem is that pain is not simply an inconvenience. Pain is information. It is one of the body's ways of signalling that something may need attention. While not every ache or pain is an emergency, ignoring symptoms for too long can allow a small issue to develop into a
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Jun 53 min read


Why Your Injury Keeps Coming Back (And Why Feeling Better Isn't Enough)
You feel fine. So why are you injured again? It's one of the most frustrating experiences for any athlete. The pain disappears. You return to training. Things feel normal again. Then, weeks or months later, the same injury returns. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. Recurring injuries are common across all levels of sport, from weekend warriors to elite athletes. But contrary to popular belief, the problem often isn't the injury itself. The problem is returning to spo
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May 293 min read


Training for Comrades: Should You Cut Back to Avoid Getting Sick?
If you're preparing for Comrades, make sure your training is working for you — not against you.
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May 61 min read


What Is VO2 Max (And Why It Matters for Your Fitness)
What Is VO2 Max (And Why It Matters for Your Fitness) You’ve probably heard people talk about VO2 max, especially if you’re training for a race or trying to improve your fitness. But what does it actually mean? Simply put: VO2 max is a measure of how well your body uses oxygen during exercise. The better your VO2 max: The longer you can train The harder you can push The quicker you recover Why should you care? Whether you're training for Comrades or just trying to feel fitter
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May 41 min read
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