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Female athletes sustain non-contact anterior cruciate ligament ruptures at a higher rate than their male counterparts - why?

Resistance training has been found to be particularly beneficial in increasing bone density and improving overall bone health.

Despite the fact that Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) is becoming increasingly more common, there is seldom discussion of this condition and the impact it can have on a women’s life.

In 2002, the American College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (ACOG) published their position statement in regards to exercise during pregnancy. The statement supports regular physical activity in all pregnant women, in uncomplicated pregnancies.

Involuntary leakage, or Incontinence, is a topic that has been long over-looked in the domain of women’s health. Despite the fact that accidental leakage affects anywhere between 10-55% of us women between 15-60 years old.

We’ve known for a while now how important the core is - that allows our spine to be flexible and fluid but then at the next moment, stiff to brace under high loads. However, one lesser known fact is that our pelvic floor muscles play a crucial role in this dynamic system.