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The 4 Best Strength and Mobility Exercises for Runners (From a Physiotherapist)
A physiotherapist shares the best strength and mobility exercises for runners to prevent injury, improve performance and build a strong running foundation.

Claire__CoreLDN
Apr 163 min read


Core LDN Speaker Series: The Path to Optimal Health: Understanding Hormones, How to Improve Gut Health & Glucose Balance
How to improve gut health with Indi and Core LDN

Claire__CoreLDN
Feb 161 min read


Core LDN Speaker Series: Run Smarter. Understanding Injury Prevention & Optimising Performance
Join us for a relaxed 5km run around East Sheen led by Up and Running - no pressure, no egos, and no one left behind.

Claire__CoreLDN
Jan 82 min read


Core LDN Speaker Series: Opening up to Menopause and Perimenopause
Join us for an engaging evening with Dr Anna Cantlay, an expert in hormonal health & our Pelvic Health Physio Anna Woolley who will come together to open up the conversation on perimenopause and menopause

Claire__CoreLDN
Sep 26, 20251 min read


Sudden heal pain? How to Cure Achilles Tendonitis?
Discover why a physiotherapy-led deep tissue massage in London is your best choice for effective relief. Experience deep tissue massage London at Core LDN.

Claire__CoreLDN
Aug 23, 20253 min read


Core LDN Speaker Series: Feeling Good - in your 30s, 40s and beyond - a discussion of fashion & fitness
Join us for an exclusive evening with Core LDN and Navygrey — where wellness and wardrobe collide.

Claire__CoreLDN
Jun 25, 20251 min read


Deep Tissue Massage in London: Why a Physiotherapy-Led Approach Works Best
Discover why a physiotherapy-led deep tissue massage in London is your best choice for effective relief. Experience deep tissue massage London at Core LDN.

Claire__CoreLDN
May 4, 20252 min read


Training for the London Marathon? Here’s What Causes Shin Splints — and How to Stop Them Before Race Day
With the London Marathon just around the corner, runners all over the UK are clocking up the miles. But as training peaks, so does the risk of overuse injuries—especially one of the most common and frustrating: shin splints.

Claire__CoreLDN
Apr 17, 20253 min read


Fitness Intelligence and the Benefits of Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy plays an essential role in improving fitness intelligence by addressing underlying issues related to movement.

Claire__CoreLDN
Feb 20, 20253 min read


What does a knee brace do?
Discover how a knee brace can support and stabilize your joints. Learn the benefits of using a knee brace for injury recovery and prevention

Claire__CoreLDN
Jan 29, 20253 min read


What are the benefits of pilates arm exercises?
Discover the benefits of pilates arm exercises. Learn how pilates arm exercises can transform your workouts

Claire__CoreLDN
Jan 26, 20253 min read


What is a TENS machine and how does it work?
Discover how a TENS machine works to relieve pain. Learn about its benefits, usage, and safety tips for using a TENS machine effectively

Claire__CoreLDN
Jan 26, 20253 min read


Understanding and Managing Knee Pain When Running
By: Claire Mills, Physiotherapist and founder of Core LDN First published: 23rd January 2025 Running is one of the most accessible and effective forms of exercise, offering numerous physical and mental health benefits. But for many runners, knee pain can become a frustrating barrier, potentially limiting their ability to stay active or continue training. Whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just starting out, knee pain when running can occur for a variety of reasons. Fortu

Claire__CoreLDN
Jan 23, 20254 min read


Core LDN Speaker Series: Your gut: a cornerstone of good health
Join us for an engaging session on how to nurture your gut health.

Claire__CoreLDN
Dec 20, 20241 min read


From pelvic floor and posture to incontinence and prolapse, why Pilates is the best exercise for menopause
From pelvic floor and posture to incontinence and prolapse, why Pilates is the best exercise for menopause

Claire__CoreLDN
Oct 21, 20244 min read


Wrist weights: Transform your Pilates and health
Learn how wrist weights can improve strength, balance, and cardiovascular health.

Claire__CoreLDN
Aug 20, 20243 min read


Why your office desk posture can affect your health – and how to fix it
Why your office desk posture can affect your health – and how to fix it

Claire__CoreLDN
Aug 8, 20243 min read


Are Pilates grip socks worth it?
By: Natalie Barrett , Pilates Instructor at Core LDN First published: 23rd July 2024 Featured in: The Standard, Best grip sport socks...

Claire__CoreLDN
Jul 27, 20242 min read


How to prepare for and treat diastasis recti before and after birth?
By: Claire Mills, Physiotherapist and founder of Core LDN First published: 7th July 2024 How physiotherapy and Pilates can help prevent or recover from diastasis recti: Understanding Diastasis Recti Diastasis Recti (DRAM) refers to the separation of the connective tissue (the linea alba) down the middle of your abdomen that holds the two sides of your rectus abdominal muscle together. This condition commonly occurs in 2 out of 3 women during pregnancy due to hormonal changes,

Claire__CoreLDN
Jul 7, 20243 min read


How poor posture can affect your health
By: Claire Mills, Physiotherapist and founder of Core LDN First published: 3rd June 2024 Featured in: Stylist.co.uk A lot of the back, neck and shoulder pain I see is related in some way to poor posture. We found that lots of people’s posture worsened during the pandemic due to increased time spent sitting and not moving, and many people are still struggling with makeshift working from home set-ups. But simply sitting more and spending large chunks of the day looking at scr

Claire__CoreLDN
Jul 6, 20246 min read


What is a reformer Pilates machine and where can I find a reformer near me?
By: Claire Mills, Physiotherapist and founder of Core LDN First published: 3rd June 2024 What is a Pilates reformer? The reformer Pilates...

Claire__CoreLDN
Jun 3, 20242 min read


The benefits of a pelvic floor trainer
Training of your pelvic floor should be a life long commitment, from puberty to pregnancy, postnatally, menopause and beyond.

Claire__CoreLDN
May 18, 20246 min read


What are the main physical benefits of nerve flossing?
Nerve flossing mobilises a nerve in two directions back and forth gliding the nerve which facilitates smooth movement

Claire__CoreLDN
May 18, 20242 min read


Pelvic Health: Can you do reformer pilates while pregnant?
Pelvic Health: Can you do reformer pilates while pregnant?

Claire__CoreLDN
Apr 28, 20245 min read
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