Athletes
Scoliosis reading for active bodies
Articles on training load, core bracing, rotation, breathing, and injury prevention for runners, swimmers, gym enthusiasts, and competitive athletes. Read them as a starting point, then discuss your plan with a qualified professional.
Performance and conditioning
Training with asymmetry in mind
Spinal curvature can shape how force travels through the body, so training volume, rotation, and recovery may need different attention than in a generic program. Many athletes ask how to load their bodies safely while keeping performance goals in view.
Our athletic articles explore weight room mechanics, swimming, track work, and recovery routines, always with the aim of helping you raise the right questions for your coach and care team.
Athlete articles
Seven reads for active people
Start with the topic closest to your training.
Weight room
Lifting with an uneven spine
How load distribution and bracing may change in strength training.
Swimming
Breathing and rotation in the pool
Thoracic rotation, breath timing, and stroke symmetry for swimmers.
Recovery
Managing fatigue between sessions
Recovery routines and rest planning to discuss with your sports therapist.