Podium Physio

Podium Physio Physiotherapy clinic specialising in the assessment, treatment, management and prevention of sports injuries and general musculoskeletal ailments.

Special interest and experience in cycling injuries and bike fitting.

New Hips = New Bike Position LOL!
13/07/2025

New Hips = New Bike Position LOL!

When I had my first total hip replacement 9 months ago, I was relieved to be free of the pain. When I had the second hip done 10 weeks ago, something else am...

I tested this for myself at home. It is TRUE!
06/07/2025

I tested this for myself at home. It is TRUE!

Research tells us that cyclists usually ride at cadence which increases load on the heart and raises the heart rate. But if we pedal more slowly, ie with a l...

NEW HANDLEBAR RULES!Cyclists - you may have seen in the media that the UCI has decided to implement a ruling to prevent ...
18/06/2025

NEW HANDLEBAR RULES!
Cyclists - you may have seen in the media that the UCI has decided to implement a ruling to prevent the use of handlebars smaller than 40cm width (outside to outside). They claim this on the grounds of safety, but unfortunately it limits choice for the rider and discriminates against female riders and shorter / smaller riders, who are historically poorly served by the cycling industry already. If you support choice and intelligent equipment regulations for racing riders, please take a moment to sign the online petition against the decision.

Appeal the UCI’s new handlebar width regulations

Pedalling Rate, RPM, Cadence: What pedal speed should you be riding at?
13/06/2025

Pedalling Rate, RPM, Cadence:
What pedal speed should you be riding at?

Chris Froome's cycling style is definitely unique and has led him to 4 Tour de France victories! What is the secret science behind his ultra fast cadence? Is...

Stance Width and Q Factor demystified...
26/05/2025

Stance Width and Q Factor demystified...

Stance Width and Q Factor are terms that are often used to describe how far apart your feet are on your bike pedals, however Q Factor is actually just a comp...

Could you possibly part with a bike this good? I'm torn!
09/05/2025

Could you possibly part with a bike this good? I'm torn!

My 2016 Trek Emonda was my Go-To KOM hunter, but now mostly sits on my indoor trainer. It is still the lightest bike I've owned and an absolute climbing weap...

Have you ever wondered?
27/04/2025

Have you ever wondered?

Are bare carbon saddles as uncomfortable as they look? What is the upside? Why would you do it to yourself?I've been intrigued by the mystique of the bare ca...

Setting Cleat Rotation - A mystery no longer!
12/04/2025

Setting Cleat Rotation - A mystery no longer!

The perfect cleat position requires setting rotation accurately, but without fancy bike fit tools this is not so simple. Until now! I'll show you how to use ...

Do you wax? I do! Here's how...
29/03/2025

Do you wax? I do! Here's how...

Once you wax, you'll never go back! A waxed bike chain is more efficient, much cleaner and improves drive train longevity on your bike. It is SO MUCH BETTER ...

Everything you wanted to know about your cycling shoe cleat placement.
18/03/2025

Everything you wanted to know about your cycling shoe cleat placement.

Choosing the best cleat position is a vital part of a bike fit, which can greatly aid your performance, or a poor cleat position can rob you of power, bring ...

It is great if you know where you want your feet to be on your pedals while cycling, but what if your choice of cleats o...
18/02/2025

It is great if you know where you want your feet to be on your pedals while cycling, but what if your choice of cleats or choice of shoes don't get your feet where you want them to be?

If you choose the wrong cleats, or the wrong cycling shoe, you may not be able to place your foot where you want it on the pedal! This affects your power out...

Quicker, simpler, easier, better. What's not to like?
02/02/2025

Quicker, simpler, easier, better. What's not to like?

Standard Thru Axels add complexity and time to inner tube changes and wheel removal. The old Quick Release skewers were far quicker to deal with. Now, with a...

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Norwood, SA

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Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

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Sports Physiotherapy Cycling Physiotherapy

Podium Physio provides a fresh approach to the treatment and management of sports injuries, particularly cycling related injuries. Principal Physiotherapist Adrian Barei has extensive experience working with sports injuries and welcomes you to the clinic.