Tag Archives: knee

Looking after your Knee Cartilage.

Posted on 26/08/2014 by sbrsport

Of the three SBR (swim, bike & run) sports, running and cycling can be detrimental to knee cartilage. There are however a number of things you can do to keep your cartilage healthy. Get to / stick to your goal … Continue reading →

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Know your Muscles – Quadriceps.

Posted on 23/07/2014 by sbrsport

If you are seated, look down at your legs, and you will be looking at your quadriceps or quads. Your quads are responsible for extending your lower leg forward. Of the four quads, three of them find their origin on … Continue reading →

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Bike Setup Pointers.

Posted on 07/12/2012 by sbrsport

A proper bike fit is just as important as getting the best possible bike. It would be better to ride a cheaper bike that is correctly fitted than a more expensive bike with a bad bike fit. If you have … Continue reading →

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What is ITB?

Posted on 26/09/2012 by sbrsport

IT Band Syndrome is an overuse injury. It is commonly found in both runners and cyclists. The pain most often occurs on the outside of the knee and is very painful. The pain ‘switches’ on and makes running impossible. The pain … Continue reading →

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ITB injuries.

Posted on 04/07/2012 by sbrsport

What is ITB? ITB is an abbreviation for the Ilio-Tibial Band. This band stretches from the hip area, goes down the side of the leg and anchors in on the upper section of the tibia. The simplest definition for the purpose … Continue reading →

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