In this week's episode I speak with Liz Tough who is a physiotherapist and also a stretch coach. In this fascinating discussion we talk about what it means to stretch, why it is important to stretch your muscles and when you should stretch. We discuss why it is important sometimes to stretch a muscle over resting it and how relaxing it can be to stretch. Liz will teach all of the things you don't know about stretching and will bust some myths that you think you know. This episode will surely support you to take some action in your daily life to utilise stretching to support your health.
About Liz:
Liz Tough is a highly qualified and experienced physiotherapist and now works as a specialist injury rehabilitator, pain specialist and stretch coach. She runs her own clinic and her clients include top flight rugby clubs, elite sportspeople as well as everyday clients. With over 34 years in this field, Liz has trained in many established and new evidence-based treatments and maintains an up to date knowledge of emerging research and treatments.
Using her hands on approach, Liz combines more traditional physiotherapy techniques, massage therapy, exercise and stretching with cutting-edge pain relief technology, such as shock wave therapy, electro needling, compression therapy and ice therapy.
Her comprehensive knowledge of the kinetic chain and effects of injury and pain to the whole body, including soft tissue injuries such as muscle tears, tendons, ligament and nerve issues, as well as range of movement dysfunctions and postural issues means she can take a holistic approach to rehabilitation and recovery.
Links:
Website: www.bodyfirst.clinicInstagram: www.instagram.com/physio_liz
About Sarah:
Sarah Bolitho helps fitness and health professionals develop their careers and grow their businesses by providing specialist training in teaching, assessing, and internal quality assurance, together with qualifications in exercise referral and disability.
With over 30 years in the health-related fitness and physical activity fields, Sarah has a wealth of experience and knowledge. She has worked in most roles in the industry from group exercise to personal training but specialised in working with specialist populations. For over 25 years Sarah has trained fitness and health professionals to work with clients with long-term conditions, mental health issues, disabilities, older adults and pre/post-natal women. She has a post-graduate diploma in exercise and health behaviour and extensive training in supporting behaviour change. She has worked with awarding organisations to develop qualifications and training and with accreditation bodies to endorse high-quality non-regulated training.
In her spare time, you will usually find Sarah walking in the mountains, by the sea or anywhere in nature.
For more about the training and support Sarah offers, visit www.sarahbolitho.com or contact her at admin@sarahbolitho.com.
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