Eden Sports Injury Clinic

23/02/2026

Sports massage appointment available Wednesday 25th February at 11.30am

22/02/2026

22/02/2026

6wk block of classes starting 23rd March, see details below, looking forward to meeting new and welcoming back familiar faces in the Spring!
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22/02/2026

Cancellation for Monday 23rd Feb at 4.30pm

16/02/2026

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11/02/2026

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Tight hips and stiff legs? This 10-minute stretch routine targets hamstrings, adductors, IT band, and hips to improve mobility, reduce tension, and help your body move freely again. Practice slowly, breathe deeply, and stay consistent for best results.

09/02/2026

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08/02/2026

Classes running throughout the week - Greenbank Hall - Monday 11am & 6.30pm, Wednesday 10am / Moville Methodist Hall- Thursday 6.30pm, message for further details.

05/02/2026

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Paschimottanasana (Seated Forward Fold) – Do It the Right Way 🧘‍♀️

🔴 Dangerous ❌ (Left Image)
Rounding the back and forcing the reach puts excessive strain on the spine and hamstrings. This can lead to lower-back pain, disc stress, and muscle strain—especially if you pull aggressively.

🟢 Safe ✅ (Right Image)
Keep the spine long, chest open, and hinge forward from the hips. Reach gently toward the feet without forcing. This protects the back while giving a deep, effective stretch to the hamstrings and spine.

⬇️ Full Forward Fold (Bottom Image)
With correct alignment, relax the neck and shoulders, fold gradually, and breathe deeply. This calms the nervous system, improves flexibility, and supports spinal health when done mindfully.

✨ Always choose alignment over depth. Stretch with awareness, not force.

03/02/2026

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30/01/2026

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🎯 Standing Hand-to-Big-Toe Pose (Utthita Hasta Padangusthasana) — Anatomical Breakdown

This visual shows Advanced, Beginner, and Avoid variations with muscular anatomy to help you understand how the body should work, not just how the pose looks.

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🔵 Advanced (Correct Alignment)

What’s happening anatomically:

Core muscles (transversus abdominis, obliques) are fully engaged

Standing leg glutes & quadriceps stabilize the pelvis

Femur sits deep in the hip socket → protects the hip joint

Spine stays neutral, shoulders stacked over hips

Big toe presses away → activates foot, calf, and hamstrings

Benefits:

Improves balance & proprioception

Strengthens core, legs, hips, and ankles

Enhances hip mobility without joint strain

Builds neuromuscular control and posture awareness

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🟢 Beginner (Safe Modification)

What’s happening anatomically:

Bent knee reduces hamstring tension

Spine stays upright, reducing shoulder strain

Core and standing leg still active, but load is lighter

Benefits:

Safe entry for tight hamstrings or hips

Builds balance confidence

Gradually strengthens stabilizing muscles

Prevents compensation while learning alignment

✔️ Best option while developing flexibility and control

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🔴 Avoid (Incorrect Pattern)

What’s happening anatomically:

Core disengaged → spine rounds

Shoulder compensates instead of hips

Standing leg muscles inactive

Excess stress on lower back & hamstrings

Risks:

Lower back strain

Hip instability

Shoulder and neck tension

Poor balance mechanics

🚫 Looks flexible, but lacks strength and control

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✨ Key Teaching Point

👉 Flexibility without stability is risk. Strength + alignment = progress.

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