Blogs
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How Increased Blood Flow Helps To Speed Up Muscle Recovery After Injury
Are you recovering from an injury?
Are you looking to speed up the healing process?
If yes, then the below blog will tell you everything you need to know about increased blood flow and how this can help to dramatically lower your overall recovery time and get you fighting fit in no time!
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BEARBASSADOR: Kate Strong
World Champion Triathlete, Engineer, Plant-based Adventurer, Coach & Consultant, Entrepreneur, Reiki Master, Philanthropist and 3 Time World Record Holder. Judge Kate not by her titles and accolades but on the action she takes today.
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Bearhug partner with Rhino
Compression specialist Bearhug has formed a strategic partnership with one of the world’s leading rugby and team sports brands as it looks to ramp up its growth plans.
The Llantarnam-based business, which is favoured by professional rugby players including Josh Navidi, has joined forces with Rhino to help market its products.
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Top 5 Triathlon Events To Train For Over The Next Year
Whether you’re just starting out in your Triathlon journey or you’re a seasoned participant, the combination of swimming, cycling, and running has become one of the most popular sporting events in the UK. -
Top 5 Triathlon Destinations in the World
With Covid-19 restrictions now beginning to ease, travelling is at the forefront of most our minds. For triathletes in particular, jetting off to sunnier climes on training holidays can be hugely beneficial, providing the opportunity to take on new challenges whilst training on new terrain. -
Thigh Injuries
Thigh pain and injuries are a far more common occurrence than people might think. With this area being an incredibly muscular part of the leg, there’s plenty of chance to pick up injuries or wear and tear while taking exercise.
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What it's like to become an Ironman
The Ironman; 2.4mile swim, 112mile cycle and a marathon, is often seen as the pinnacle of multi-sport endurance. Hence, it has garnered a cult following in the sporting and certainly triathlon community.
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ASK THE PACK – Craig Tye
We chatted with trail runner Craig about his running journey. @_findyourhappypace
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Are you an everyday athlete?
We know that our pack love nothing more than getting active. However, as we get older, we know that we need to work harder to stay fit, and not let those niggles, aches and pain stop us from pursuing an active lifestyle. Through Strength Matters, we recently came across the concept of ‘Everyday Athletes’ which really resonated with us. -
ASK THE PACK | @thetrailrunneruk
We chatted with ultra-runner and trail photographer Luke about his running career. Kick started by a serious illness to a loved one to running a 100km race for the first time, he covers his journey from events to injuries and everything in between.
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Why does fear of injury prevent people from taking part in sport?
Fear of injury can pose a very real barrier to participation in sport for people of all ages and abilities. Regardless of whether you have previously suffered from an exercise-related injury yourself, you most likely know someone who has, and taking their stories as cautionary can often deter you from taking up physical activity.
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ASK THE PACK | UKRUNCHAT
As runners we are always striving to go further, faster, and for longer. We live for post-run endorphins and even when our muscles are aching, rest and recovery don’t come easy. One way to boost performance and aid recovery is compression.
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ASK THE PACK | Ryan Jones
We caught up with Ryan Jones, two time grand slam winner and Wales captain about what he's been up to, to keep himself challenged in the whirlwind that was 2020.
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ASK THE PACK | Women In Running
We chatted to some of the ladies in our pack who have a passion for running! From chatting about their female inspiration, to their favourite type of runs and their 2021 challenges. -
Calf Pain & Recovery
Calf pain has scuppered many a promising run, and can be the result of many different causes, but with the correct care and attention, it can be easily avoided.
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ASK THE PACK | Eleri Jones
Welsh Masters track sprinter, Eleri Jones tells us how and why she fell in love with running! -
Wrist Pain
Wrist injuries can arise in many different contexts and for different reasons, but there are a few common reasons for pain which are useful to keep in mind. Some causes of wrist pain are more serious than others and may require some drastic intervention, but there are a few tips and tricks for managing pain in the wrists.
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TEAM VIRTUAL RACING
The Gregorian calendar has ticked over into another - hear how the Bearhug team kickstarted their 2021 with participating in the the Run 4 Wales Virtual 10k!
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New Year’s Resolutions and 2021 targets
The New Year is often the moment we decide to make a change, we start in high gear, focused on getting that physically fit body and healthy mind, only to quickly start to lose momentum as normal life resumes and we begin to lose sight of our goals. -
ASK THE PACK | Dan Jones
It can sometimes be difficult to know how best to approach recovery when you are dealing with injury. There is a wealth of information out there, but it can sometimes become a little overwhelming and even confusing. -
Elbow Pain & Recovery
According to the NHS its estimated that as many as one in three people have elbow pain at any given time. There are few different terms thrown around when referring to elbow pain, like golfers elbow, arthritis or osteoarthritis but the one everyone knows is tennis elbow. -
ASK THE PACK | Dom Day
With a rugby career that has taken him all over the world, Dom Day is no stranger to injury setbacks and knows the importance of taking care of both your physical and mental health. -
ASK THE PACK | Robin Sowden-Taylor
We caught up with Head of Strength and Conditioning at the Cardiff Blues, former Welsh international rugby player, and owner of ION Strength and Conditioning training facility, Robin Sowden-Taylor, to find out his top tips for training with an injury.
