Want to get faster at 5K? In this episode, Complete Physio chats with Mr Alex Quinn, an experienced physiotherapist and running coach, about practical ways to improve your time.

We talk about:

✔️ How running more—without overdoing it—can make a big difference

✔️ The best workouts to train at race pace and build endurance

✔️ Why sprinting (done right) can help you run faster overall

✔️ Strength training and plyometrics—do they actually help?

✔️ Sleep, nutrition, and recovery—how they affect performance and injury risk

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Today, we’re talking all things rugby injuries, rehab, and recovery with Mike Brent, one of our expert physiotherapists. 🏉

We’ll be covering:

✔️ The most common rugby injuries – ACL and MCL tears, ACJ injuries, shoulder dislocations, hamstring strains, and concussions

✔️ How physiotherapy helps players get back on the pitch safely

✔️ Practical ways to reduce injury risk, including the RFU Activate Programme

✔️ What to look out for when it comes to concussions and head injuries

✔️ How different rugby positions affect injury patterns and recovery If you're a rugby player, coach, or healthcare professional, this episode is packed with practical advice backed by research and real-world experience.

In this episode of the Complete Physio podcast, Dr. John Houghton joins us to discuss recurring tendon issues affecting areas like the Achilles, elbow, and glutes. We explore why some patients experience repeated tendon pain, potential underlying autoimmune or inflammatory conditions, and the influence of factors such as genetics, age, cholesterol, and diabetes. Get practical advice on recognising signs of tendon problems that could indicate a systemic issue, and learn about treatment options ranging from physiotherapy to advanced therapies for managing long-term tendon health. Watch now to understand how tendon issues might signal deeper health conditions and when to seek specialist care.

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In this episode of the Complete Physio Podcast, we’re joined by Jake Mulley, one of our specialist physiotherapists at Complete Physio. We’re talking all about martial arts injuries—what causes them, how to recover, and what you can do to reduce the risk.

🏥 What we cover:

✔️ The most common injuries in Judo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai, and MMA

✔️ How ACL injuries happen and what recovery looks like

✔️ The role of strength testing and rehab for fighters

✔️ Why neck and grip strength matter in combat sports

✔️ The best way to return to training after an injury

Growth-related injuries are common in young athletes, especially during their peak growth years. In this episode of the Complete Physio Podcast, Jake Mulley, a specialist in sports physiotherapy, joins us to talk about the most common injuries affecting adolescent athletes and how to manage them effectively.

Discover how force plates are transforming physiotherapy and sports rehabilitation at Complete Physio London. In this expert-led discussion, we explore how force plates provide accurate biomechanical data, guiding injury recovery, performance optimisation, and injury prevention for athletes and active individuals.

Lower limb injuries are common in children and teenagers, especially those involved in sports. In this video, we talk about conditions like Sever’s disease, Osgood-Schlatter’s disease, and Sinding-Larsen-Johansson syndrome—what causes them, the symptoms to watch for, and how to manage them. These conditions can sound serious, but with the right approach, they’re usually nothing to worry about long-term.

In this episode of the Complete Physio Podcast, Angus Shaw joins us to share his expertise on swimming injuries, running mechanics, and the demands of triathlon training. Angus, a physiotherapist with years of experience, talks about:

⭐The most common swimming injuries, like shoulder pain and thoracic stiffness, and how to manage them

⭐Strength training tips to improve your running performance and reduce injury risk

⭐Balancing swimming, cycling, and running for triathletes without overloading your body