Kalon Health + Performance

22/07/2025

“It’s Just a Niggle”… Until It’s Not

Injuries that start in childhood don’t just stay there and I’m living proof.

Because let’s be real, they’re not just running around for fun (okay, sometimes they are)
But a lot of the time, they’re actually future athletes already working toward something big.
And I see it, the drive, the spark, the potential.

So why start so young?

Because I’ve already seen 8 year olds with injuries…
Tight muscles, limited mobility, always “a bit sore” after training.
And people say “they’re just kids”… but that’s exactly why it matters.

It might not stand out now, but trust me, when things go unnoticed, it builds.
Then suddenly they’re out with an injury that “came out of nowhere”… except it didn’t.
It started way back, when no one was looking.

I don’t believe kids should be constantly sore or breaking down before they even hit high school.
That’s not normal, that’s a red flag.

Because I was that kid.

And although I stayed in sport, just took a different path, I still wasn’t moving efficiently.
Those niggles? They didn’t magically go away.
They followed me right through.
And if you’ve ever seen me demo something now, you’ve probably seen just how much that still affects the way I move, 20+ years later.

That’s why I’m all in, helping young athletes move better, stay strong, avoid injuries, and actually enjoy the sport they love.
Because if they’ve got big dreams? I want to help make sure nothing holds them back.

Let’s catch it early, so they don’t have to carry it forever.

21/07/2025

You asked, we listened 💧

We’ve now got mini water bottles ready for you post-massage or pre-sesh, set up fresh on the desk, just for you.

Because it’s the little things that matter. Around here, we’re all about the small touches that make a big difference 🙌🏼

Stay hydrated, legends 👊🏼

13/07/2025

Why do so many young athletes walk around like they’re 90?
All taped up like they’re trying to hold their body together..
when it shouldn’t look that broken.

And everyone just says:
“Yeh that’s just part of sport”
“Must be growing pains”
“Just stretch more”
“Tape it and you’ll be right”

👎🏼 Nar. Not good enough.

You’re not supposed to feel broken just to play the sport you love, at least not until you’re actually 90!
That’s not high performance, that’s holding it together with duct tape vibes and a major red flag for selections!

I work with young athletes to:
🤲🏼 Fix the actual cause of pain or tightness
💪🏼 Build stronger, more mobile bodies
🤌🏼 Recover better, move better, perform better

DM me if you’re ready to stop patching it up and actually sort it out.

12/07/2025

We’ve been up to some cool sh* lately

Getting to work with some of the absolute best!

06/07/2025

Shin splints.

There’s two types because one wasn’t inconvenient enough, right?
And yes, I used to get both at the same time.. because running pain free was apparently boring, so we had to add a bit of fire into the mix 🔥

You’ve got:
✔️ That dull, lingering ache down the inside of the shin, usually your tib post doing the most.
✔️ And the sharp, stabby kind up the front, your tib ant kicking off because it’s copping all the load when you run.

Both suck. Together? 10/10 don’t recommend 💀

Here’s what I do when someone limps in and says, “It just came out of nowhere” because spoiler: it didn’t

🤲🏼 Manual therapy
We calm everything down. Most of the time, your calves are wound up tighter than a footy final and your shins are just trying to survive. Bit of hands on work goes a long way here.

🩹 Taping
Not just for aesthetics. We tape to offload pressure if it’s the right type, especially when the inside of the shin’s lit up. It helps you move better while we work on the actual fix.

🏋🏽 Strength work
This is where the magic happens.
We get the muscles that should’ve been helping in the first place to actually do their job:
✔️ Foot and ankle control
✔️ Calf strength
✔️ Glutes that show up to work
✔️ Plus managing your training load so we don’t go from 0 to injured again

But here’s the thing:
Not all shin splints are the same.
And what works for one type can make the other worse.
So before you go copying tape jobs or smashing through shin splint exercises you found online you need to know what’s actually causing yours.
👣 Is it your foot mechanics?
📉 Running style?
🦵 Weak calves or lazy glutes?
📈 Too much load too soon?

We figure that out first, then decide if taping’s needed, what needs calming down, and what needs to be rebuilt.

Otherwise, you’re just guessing.. and your shins are the ones copping it.

If your shins are giving you grief, I’ve been there, I get it, and I’ve got you.

04/07/2025

Didn’t catch the reel earlier? Or couldn’t spot what was off? Let me break it down.

Right stays stacked 🟰 actually working to stabilise
Left hip dips out 🟰 glute’s not doing its job

The problem?
When the glute checks out, the knee cops the load.
It starts doing the work it was never meant to and eventually, it gets fed up.

This is how pain starts.
The longer it’s left, the more pressure piles onto the wrong areas.. Until something finally gives

And it makes me wonder.. All those knee injuries and niggles growing up, was this the answer all along?

04/07/2025

No pain. Just vibes… and a knee that’s been freeloading for years

My left knee used to be the drama queen 👸🏽

Growing up it was always the side that pulled up sore, felt off, or straight-up gave up on me.

So I did what most people do:
Blamed the knee. Rested it. Iced it. Whinged about it.
And carried on with my usual activities.

But here’s something I want to show you 👇🏼

🎥 In the videos, I step down on each leg.
My right leg? Wobbly as hell, but the knee stays stacked over my foot.
The left? Way smoother, but the hips already bailed before the glutes even checked in 😬
This has nothing to do with the left knee, it’s a weak left Glute!

This is where it starts.
No pain. No injury.
Just one side not doing its job and the rest of the body picking up the slack.

And that’s the thing:
〰️ Weakness leads to compensation.
〰️ Compensation leads to overload.
〰️ And that’s what eventually leads to pain.

And THIS is what people miss
It doesn’t have to hurt to be a problem.
Your body is smart. It will keep moving.. Until it can’t anymore.

So if you:
• Move differently left to right
• Always feel tighter or heavier on one side
• Get recurring niggles you can’t explain
• Or feel like something’s just “off” but you can’t put your finger on it

It’s probably not the part that hurts, it’s the part that’s been quietly dodging responsibility for years!

If you realised you move like this too, let’s get ahead of it before it turns into a problem.

03/07/2025

Booking in is so easy, no need to message me or wait for a reply

If you’ve been meaning to book but keep forgetting (life, I get it)
You can jump online, pick your time and lock it in. That’s it 🙌🏼

🖱️ Click the link
📆 Pick your time
🤲🏼 Show up – I’ve got the rest.

Link’s right here:
https://kalonhealth.as.me/

Make it happen before you forget again 😅

Schedule your appointment online Kalon Health + Performance

03/07/2025

We can’t wait to share some results from an Athlete we’ve been working with recently ✨

Stay tuned for this one!

When analysing a sprint race, I focus on:
• Start & Acceleration: Reaction time, explosive first steps, arm drive, and body position.
• Transition Phase: Smooth upright posture, stride efficiency, and hip height.
• Maximum Velocity: Relaxation, knee lift, arm mechanics, and ground contact.
• Finish: Maintaining speed, well-timed lean, and strong form through the line.

Small adjustments in these areas can lead to big improvements in speed and efficiency!

If anyone is after a Sprint Analysis, let us know 🏃🏽

03/07/2025

We’ve got a few spots left over the school holiday break for these sessions.

02/07/2025

Your Health Deserves Better Than “When I Get Around to It…”

Let’s be real life gets busy, money gets tight, and looking after your body often ends up last on the list.
But those niggles, tight spots, and tired muscles aren’t going to fix themselves, and if anything, putting it off will only make it worse in the long run.
That means more time to recover and more money spent on treatment down the track.

That’s where my massage packages come in.

They’re already discounted, always available, and perfect for:
🏋🏽 Athletes who need regular recovery
😮‍💨 Tired bodies that don’t bounce back like they used to
💸 Anyone wanting a more cost-effective way to keep their body in check

✔️ Use now, or space them out to suit your routine
✔️ No sneaky expiry dates

So if you’ve been putting it off, or you’re waiting for the “right time” this is your sign.
Drop a DM if you want to grab a pack or chat options.

30/06/2025

As you may be aware we’re in the process of a transitional phase at HQ, as we look to refine all components of the business.

These Questions are all based on your own experience at our clinic.

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