Muscle Maintenance

Say HELLO to Lauren our new Physiotherapist!

Lauren is a dedicated and highly skilled physiotherapist who graduated with First Class Honours from the University of Salford. While studying, Lauren also completed a Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage to further enhance her clinical skills.

Her experience spans both the NHS and private sector, including work with professional football teams and hydrotherapy, giving her a well-rounded and dynamic scope of practice. More
recently she worked in private practice in Glasgow before moving back to Cheshire.

Lauren takes pride in delivering a holistic approach to physiotherapy, addressing both the physical and psychological aspects of each condition. She enjoys treating a wide range of musculoskeletal issues but has a particular niche in sports-related injuries.

She has a strong passion for sports injury rehabilitation, shaped by her own athletic background-having competed internationally in swimming and regionally in athletics and netball.

Outside of work, Lauren enjoys staying active through lifting weights, running half marathons and 10k races, as well as unwinding in saunas. She also has a love for travel and exploring new places.

Welcome to Bridgegate Physiotherapy Clinic Lauren, we are very pleased to have you as part of the team.

Lauren is available in clinic on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays 0900-1700.

Ring now or book online to make an appointment.

📞 01244 311880

https://chesterphysiotherapy.connect.tm3app.com/book/physiotherapy/initial_assessment

Hope everyone had a great Christmas and New Year. Call, text or message me to book an appointment.

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Some great core exercises for all, not just runners.

10 Minute CORE Workout for Stronger Running (No Equipment) Core workout for runners. In this ten-minute core routine, Marcus and I demonstrate three simple core exercises you can do at home with no equipment to build...

https://youtu.be/VkCMtXI0oPg great exercises for legs, not just for runners.

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Not wanting to forget those runners out there who over pronate (like me!) we also have a full range of new season Brooks stability shoes available in store at Runners Need Chester -
*Glycerin GTS 19
*Adrenaline GTS 21 (standard and wide fit)
*Launch GTS
All available in both men’s and ladies styles.
Not sure if you need a neutral or stability shoe? Then book in for a gait analysis on our treadmill.

Runners Need Chester is situated in the basement of Cotswold Outdoor Chester at 82-84 Foregate Street. Why not pop along to speak to one of our run experts and see our full range of shoes and apparel.

📢 REMINDER 📢 It's our “Run to Success in 2021” LIVE webinar tonight @ 7pm. 🎉🏃‍♂️

Chris & Dave will cover a host of useful topics to help you train for & run a successful race with us 2021, including kit, nutrition, training plans & how to keep motivated. Physio, Mark Curtis, from Katie Copeland Physiotherapy Ltd will also be joining us to talk about why stretching is important & how to avoid injury. Plus Liam Boardman from Up & Running Chester will be talking about gait analysis, what it involves, why it can help & the two types of trainers you might wear.

There will be a Q & A at the end too, so if you have any questions throughout the session, please post them in the comments & Chris & Dave will answer them at the end.

See you TONIGHT!

80 Miles in 80 Days This summer, Megan and I will be taking part in the RAF Benevolent Fund's 80 Miles in 80 Days challenge in celebration of the RAF Air Cadets 80th anniversary. Our challenge will support the RAF Benevo

These guys are great.

Fingers crossed, if people behave and the numbers continue to drop I will be returning 12th April. I am taking bookings now.