Lindsay Redman Sports Therapy

23/03/2026

27/02/2026

🌧️ Friday Round Up at LR Sports Therapy 🌧️

It’s been cold.
It’s been grey.
It’s been “why did I leave the house without gloves?” weather. 🥶

But inside the clinic?

🔥 Busy.
🔥 Warm.
🔥 Full of tight calves, grumpy shoulders and “I should have stretched” confessions.

This week I’ve:

👉 Loosened hamstrings that haven’t seen daylight since 2019
👉 Negotiated with stubborn tension that did NOT want to move
👉 Heard “it’s not that bad actually” (while someone is gripping the couch for dear life 😅)
👉 Been told “I’ll definitely stretch this time” at least 47 times (true story 😂)

Despite the weather trying to freeze us solid, you’ve all been showing up, putting the work in and taking care of your bodies 👏

Reminder:
Cold weather + less movement = tighter muscles.
Tighter muscles = you booking in saying “it just suddenly went.”

Nothing sudden about it… I see you 👀😂

If you’re feeling creaky, stiff or like the Tin Man before oil, you know where I am.

Stay warm, keep moving… and maybe stretch this weekend? (Just a thought 😉)

Have a great weekend everyone!

LR Sports Therapy 😊

24/02/2026

Why Do I Get Cramp?
(And why stretching isn’t always the answer…)

If you regularly get cramp in your calves, hamstrings or feet, you’ve probably been told:

👉 “You’re dehydrated.”
👉 “You need more magnesium.”
👉 “Just stretch it out.”

Sometimes that helps.
But very often… that’s not the real reason.

What’s Actually Happening?
Cramp is your nervous system overreacting.

It’s an involuntary muscle contraction — your muscle switches “on” and struggles to switch back “off”.

And this usually happens because of:

1️⃣ Fatigue
Tired muscles are more irritable.
If you’ve increased training, walked more than usual, or stood all day — your nervous system becomes more sensitive.

2️⃣ Poor load management
Sudden spikes in activity = higher cramp risk.
Your body likes gradual progression, not “weekend warrior” mode.

3️⃣ Reduced strength or conditioning
Weak muscles fatigue faster.
Fatigue increases the likelihood of cramping.

4️⃣ Electrolytes & hydration
Yes — this can be a factor.
But it’s rarely the only cause in otherwise healthy people.

The Corrective Approach…..

Instead of just stretching when cramp strikes, try this:

✔️ Build strength in the affected muscle
✔️ Improve overall conditioning
✔️ Increase load gradually
✔️ Stay hydrated
✔️ Prioritise recovery

For calf cramp specifically:
• Slow controlled calf raises
• Gradual walking/running progressions
• Strength through full range (not just stretching)

Important:

If you are getting frequent night cramps, cramp with very little activity, or cramp alongside other symptoms — it’s worth speaking to a healthcare professional to rule out underlying causes.

Cramp isn’t random.
It’s usually a sign your body is asking for better load management, strength, or recovery.

Treat the cause — not just the symptom 💚

24/02/2026

✨ DUNMOW CLIENTS ✨

I’ve just had a slot become available…

🗓 Thursday 26th February
⏰ 11:30am
📍 Dunmow Clinic

If you’ve been thinking “I need to book in” — this is your sign.

Midweek reset.
Time just for you.
Your body will thank you.

Message me to grab it before it goes 💚

19/02/2026

It’s Dunmow clinic day… and it’s a FULL one!

7 patients booked in today — all with different reasons to be on my couch. From tight shoulders and post-training recovery to long-standing niggles that just won’t shift… every session is different, and that’s exactly why I love it.

But first…
☕ Coffee
💬 A quick catch-up with the lovely reception team
🛏️ Treatment room set-up

Then we’re ready to go.

I genuinely can’t wait to get started and help everyone move and feel better today.

Let’s do this 💪

17/02/2026

Where it all began for LR Sports Therapy

At 35, I was questioning whether hip replacement surgery was closer than I ever imagined.

Not from elite sport.
Not from pushing extremes.
Just from walking my dog.

I was in pain. Frustrated. Fed up.
And thinking… surely this isn’t it?

I could have accepted it.
Instead, I chose to understand it.

I learned how the body really works.
I rebuilt my strength.
I addressed the root cause — not just the symptoms.

That journey is why LR Sports Therapy exists.

Not just to ease tight muscles…
But to help you understand your pain, move better, and get stronger properly.

If you’re wondering whether this is “just how it is now” — it doesn’t have to be.

Message me or comment STRONG if this feels like you. 💚

30/01/2026

✨ Yay, it’s Friday! ✨

If you’ve spent the week glued to a desk, this one’s for you 🙌

This anterior shoulder stretch is brilliant for:
✔️ Tight shoulders
✔️ Rounded posture
✔️ Desk-worker aches and niggles

Take 20 seconds, open up the chest, and let the shoulders breathe before the weekend begins 💆‍♀️

Small stretches like this, done daily, make a huge difference to how your body feels — especially if you sit for long hours.

Save this for later, try it this afternoon, and go into the weekend feeling looser and lighter 💚

28/01/2026

Midweek check-in 👋

By Wednesday or Thursday, a lot of people start to notice tightness, aches or that “something doesn’t feel quite right” feeling — especially if you’re training, active, or sitting a lot for work.

A little maintenance now can help prevent bigger problems later.

How’s your week (and your body) feeling so far? 💬

26/01/2026

You wouldn’t service your car only after it breaks down 🚗
Your body deserves the same respect.

Regular treatments aren’t a luxury — they’re part of smart training, long-term performance, staying mobile and keeping injury free.

📍 LR Sports Therapy
📩 DM to book

21/01/2026

Availability!
2:15pm appointment
Tomorrow
In
**Dunmow, Essex**

19/01/2026

✨ It’s Monday! ✨

Last week was a busy one — plenty of full diary days, hands-on therapy sessions, personalised rehab plans… and yes, I even squeezed in a little self-care for me. Pilates… tough, but oh so good, and my one non-negotiable each week! 💪

Now I’m recharged and ready for this week. How about you — what’s on your schedule?

16/01/2026

Most people have a ‘usual spot’…

• Neck & shoulders
• Lower back
• Hips & glutes
• Calves
• Hamstrings

Noticing patterns in your body is the first step to looking after it better.

Drop a comment or just take a mental note — your body is always giving you information.