Is a sports massage really necessary, or is foam rolling enough? This is a valid question! Foam rollers seem to be used everywhere. Most gyms have them, and plenty of fighters use them before or after training. But does foam rolling do the same thing as having a proper sports massage? The answer is: not quite. Utilise both, for different reasons. Foam rolling: a useful tool Foam rolling can be a really convenient way of working on areas that feel stiff or tight. If you have j

In the past year, I have dedicated significantly more time to training in Muay Thai, which included travelling to Thailand and participating in several training camps. One of the aspects that really impressed me wasn't just the training itself, but how much training I was capable of managing. Muay Thai training in Thailand In Thailand, Muay Thai training camps involve training twice-a-day, every day: pads in the morning, running, bag work, clinching, sparring, strength and co

Fighters often ask me: “When should I actually come and see you?” Combat sports are hard on the body. You get bruises, sore muscles, stiff hips, tight calves and the occasional knock. If you booked an appointment every time something felt a little sore after training, you would probably be spending more time with your therapist than in the gym! So how do you know when something is worth getting checked? For me, it is usually about the pattern, not just the pain. Not every ach

Have you ever taken a hard kick, been caught awkwardly in a clinch, or had your knee forced inwards during sparring? If so, you might have felt that horrible pain on the inside of your knee. An MCL injury could be the cause of this pain. When clients come to me with such an injury, the first question they ask is: “How long until I can train again?” Unfortunately, there isn’t one answer that applies to everyone. It depends on how badly the ligament has been injured, how the kn

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is an excellent combat sport for developing strength, mobility, coordination, and fitness. But like any physical activity, it comes with a risk of injury, particularly because training involves grappling, joint locks, takedowns, repetitive movements, and sustained positions. Understanding the most common BJJ injuries can help practitioners recognize problems early, manage them appropriately, and return to training safely. Why Do BJJ Injuries Happen?

In combat sports, whether it’s boxing, MMA, Muay Thai, wrestling, or jiu-jitsu, athletes often search for the perfect programme, the best recovery tool, or the latest performance hack. But after working with fighters and combat athletes, one truth becomes clear: consistency beats intensity every time. The athletes who improve the most are not always the most talented. They are the ones who show up, recover properly, and repeat the right habits week after week. As a combat spo