Strength and Conditioning

What is it?

Strength and Conditioning is training. It uses exercise prescription to perform two functions: improving athletic performance and decreasing the risk of injury. It includes strength training, plyometrics, energy systems development, speed and agility. It encompasses all aspects of physical development for the athlete: strength, speed and power.

Why do it?

Training has been shown to enhance performance when structured appropriately. This requires knowledge of the athlete, the sport and their position. With this information a strength and conditioning coach can perform a needs analysis to identify which physical qualities are necessary for the sport and position and work on improving the athlete's weaknesses and ultimately their performance.

How does this relate to Physiotherapy?

If you are an athlete who's unable to partake in aspects of their training then utilising strength and conditioning principles you can still improve your athletic performance despite suffering from pain or injury. Traditionally a Physiotherapist would tell you to rest and stop training. However, here at Strength Physiotherapy we realise that this is an optimal time to work on other aspects of your physical performance to ultimately help you return to the pitch/ platform/ field a better athlete. A well-designed strength and conditioning programme can increase your tolerance to training and decrease your chance of injury. More time on the pitch/ field/ platform means more time practicing your sport and ultimately increased levels of performance in the long run.

What if I already have a coach?

If you already have a coach for your sport then we can contact them. This way we can work on physical attributes that will make you a better athlete for your sport.

Do I need to be injured?

No, if you are not currently injured a strength and conditioning programme is the perfect way to supplement your sport specific training with improvements in athletic performance i.e. make you fitter, faster, stronger and more robust. Our service will give you an individualised programme based on your strengths and weaknesses and the demands of your sport. This can be optimised around your competition schedule to maximise improvements in your performance without sacrificing your performance in your sport.