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Running Assesments

Physio-Led Running Assessments

Unlock Your Best Run with Expert Physio Guidance

Whether you’re a seasoned runner chasing a personal best or just lacing up for the first time, our Physio-Led Running Assessments are designed to help you run smarter, stronger, and injury-free. Using professional physiotherapy expertise, we analyse your running technique in detail and provide tailored recommendations to optimise your performance and reduce injury risk.

Why Choose Our Running Assessments?

Expert Physio Insight: Our assessments are led by experienced physiotherapists trained in biomechanics and movement analysis.
Injury Prevention: Identify movement patterns or weaknesses that could lead to injuries before they happen.
Performance Boost: Fine-tune your stride, posture, and cadence to run more efficiently and powerfully.
Personalised Plan: Receive customised exercises and tips specific to your body and goals.

What to Expect in Your Assessment

Initial Consultation: Discuss your running history, goals, and any pain or discomfort you’re experiencing.
Movement Analysis: Using video and hands-on assessment, we evaluate your posture, stride mechanics, foot strike, and muscle function.
Feedback & Recommendations: We’ll explain our findings clearly and provide a detailed plan with exercises, drills, and tips tailored to you.
Ongoing Support: Optional follow-up sessions to track progress and make adjustments as you improve.

Who Can Benefit?

Recreational runners wanting to improve technique
Athletes aiming for peak performance
Anyone recovering from a running-related injury
Beginners seeking a safe, effective start to running

Ready to Run Better?

Take the first step towards stronger, pain-free running. Book your Physio-Led Running Assessment today and unlock your full potential!

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Heel pain from plantar fasciitis? It’s not about just resting or chasing pain relief. Recovery usually comes from progressive loading, stronger feet and calves, and smart load management. Build capacity, not just temporary relief. 💪👣 #plantarfasciitis #footpain #sportsphysio #physiotherapy #runninginjury #rehab

Happy International Women’s Day 💜 Strong women deserve to feel strong in their bodies. At Beach Life Physio, we’re proud to support women through every stage of life — helping you move well, feel strong, and prioritise your health. Because looking after yourself isn’t a luxury — it’s essential. #InternationalWomensDay #WomensHealth #StrongWomen #PhysioCare

Great Functional Range Conditioning (FRC) workshop with @dan.arnold__ at @falsegrip 💪 #functionalrangeconditioning #falsegrip #beachlife

Happy Birthday Karin 🎂✨ Our positive powerhouse, front desk superstar and professional mood-lifter. Thank you for making our clinic brighter every single day 💛

Staff Spotlight Get to know our team a little better!

Sit up mobility challenge! This was hard 😜 #challenge #mobility #physio

Happy Birthday to our amazing physio Jessie! 💪🎂 Your energy, care, and endless positivity make every day at the clinic brighter. Thanks for keeping our patients moving and smiling. Have the best day celebrating you!

💪 Strong pelvic floor, smoother pregnancy & postpartum recovery! Did you know that doing pelvic floor exercises during pregnancy can reduce your risk of urinary incontinence by up to 39% in late pregnancy and 31% three months postpartum? 👶✨ Building strength now helps you bounce back faster after birth and supports your overall pelvic health. Talk to your physio about starting a simple, progressive routine today!

Are you up for this plank challenge? #beachlife #plank #difficult

When you ask for Alex... and all three want to treat you 😅

Small changes, big relief for bursitis! #Bursitis #MoveWell #PhysioTips

Promoted to Head of Tidying 🧹 Our little clinic helper visited Frenchs Forest today

Staff Spotlight Get to know our team a little better!

Quick and easy pre-pointe assessment - put your balance to the test ⚖️💃 #physiochallenge #ballet

Who will fix everything now?? 👨‍🔧👨‍🔧 We will miss you Finn! Good luck on your upcoming placements 😄

Our massage therapist Sue loves making our receptionists work hard!! Need a massage? Book it with Sue, Finn secretly loves doing laundry! 💆‍♀️💆‍♂️

Happy Birthday to our massage therapist extraordinaire Sue! Thank you for making every day so fun and exciting. The energy you bring to your clients and the team brightens the clinic and we couldn't imagine doing it without you. Have an amazing day!

A sudden flare of back pain can feel scary, but the good news is that most cases improve fast with the right advice. These are the three things we recommend first, and a few signs you should get reviewed. If you’re unsure, our physios can guide you safely through it. #LowerBackPain #PhysioTips #BackPainRelief #BeachLifePhysio #NorthernBeaches

Think you can take on this hip mobility challenge? #Challenge #physio

New year. Fresh goals. Beachlife energy 🌊 The Beachlife Physio team is here for you in 2026—let’s make it your strongest year yet 💪

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at Beachlife Physio! Thank you for trusting our team with your health and movement this year. We hope your holidays are filled with rest, joy and maybe a little beach time. See you in the New Year stronger, happier and moving better!

Christmas & Holiday Opening Hours 🎄 We will be open as usual over the Christmas period, with some changes to our operating hours. We will only be closed on public holidays. We’d like to wish all our patients and community a safe, happy, and relaxing holiday season. We look forward to supporting your health and recovery over the festive period!

Severe gluteal tendinopathy isn’t just about weak hips — psychological and lifestyle factors play a big role too. Plinsinga et al (2018) found that people with severe cases had more pain catastrophizing, lower activity, and poorer quality of life — yet their hip strength and circumference were similar to milder cases. This shows why it’s important to look at the whole picture. Mental health, activity habits, body composition, and pain perception all matter. If your hip pain isn’t improving, it might be more than just a physical issue — addressing lifestyle and psychological factors can be just as important as rehab. #physiotherapy #tendinopathy #exercise

What you got? #mobilitychallenge

Struggling with lower-back niggles? Focus on waking up and strengthening your core and strengthening your posterior chain. 🏋️ When your deep core stabilises and your glutes/hamstrings support you, your lower back stops doing all the heavy lifting! 💪 Small changes → big relief. Save this for your next workout 👇 1️⃣ Heavy dumbbell single leg glute bridge: 3 sets of 10 2️⃣ Mcgills curl: 3 sets of 10 3️⃣ Plank: aim for 1min 4️⃣ Heavy kettlebell farmers carry: 10m x 4

🚨 Parents, heads up! 🚨 Overuse injuries in young athletes can sneak up quietly—but catching them early makes all the difference. 🏃‍♀️🤸‍♂️ Here a couple of things to monitor while your child is actively participating in their favourite sport. Understanding the risks of overuse injuries can help you stay alert to new aches and pains your little athlete may be feeling. 1. Monitor load: Overtraining is the biggest risk factor for overuse injuries. Depending on the sport, training hours may not be up for discussion, so make sure you prioritise proper rest when they are not training. 2. Monitor growth: Big growth spurts are another risk factor for injury - during this time, stay alert to any changes in your athlete (how they walk/perform, and pain complaints). This may be a time to try reduce load where possible or adapt training. 3. Proactively act on pain: Kids shouldn't be in lots of pain! New or sudden pain needs to be addressed quickly - especially any pain near joints as this is where a lot of their growth plates are. Don’t wait until it hurts—spot it early, treat it smart! 🩺 #YouthAthletes #OveruseInjury #SportsPhysio #InjuryPrevention #ParentsGuide #HealthyKids #PhysioTips

BeachLife Christmas party was completely sane and not at all silly this year... Thanks for an amazing year team!

Rotator cuff pain is the #1 gym related injury and one of the most common conditions Physios treat. Here are a few quick exercises to help get yours moving in the right direction and back into lifting. #rotatorcuff #rotatorcuffrehab #shoulderpain #shoulderinjury #exerciserehab

READY TO RETURN TO SPORT? 🏃‍♀️⚽🏀� Coming back after an injury isn’t just about feeling good — it’s about being ready.� That’s where your physio steps in. Through a Return to Sport Assessment, your physio checks:� ✅ Strength & power symmetry� ✅ Balance & movement control� ✅ Confidence & readiness to compete� ✅ Sport-specific performance tests It’s not just about getting back — it’s about staying back. 💪�If you’re working toward your comeback, ask your physio about an RTS assessment today!

Happy Birthday to our amazing physio Alex! 🎈 Thanks for keeping everyone strong, smiling, and pain-free. Have an incredible day! 💪🎂

Here are a few of our key top tips for avoiding and managing running pains as we head into the ☀️ months and get out on the track more often. #runningphysio #runnersknee #achillespain #physiorehab #runpainfree

Happy Birthday Erica! 🎂 We’re so glad to celebrate this special day with you. Thank you for being a valued part of our team and for all the contributions you’ve made over the years. Wishing you a wonderful year ahead filled with happiness and success.

🎉 Big Happy Birthday to the amazing Alix! 🎂 From keeping patients moving to keeping the clinic smiling, Alix brings care, talent and good vibes every day. We’re so lucky to have her—have the best day Alix!

Tennis elbow, tendinopathy or lateral epicondylalgia. It@goes by many names but it’s an incredibly common problem we see in the clinic every week. Here are 3 of the key rehab exercises we use to get on top of it, alongside getting away from aggravating activities. Always remember: Deload to Reload. #tenniselbow #tendinopathy #tenniselbowtreatment #physiorehab #exerciserehab

The feet are the base of our kinetic chain. So good foot mechanics are important!

Did you know that poor foot mechanics can influence pain higher up in the kinetic chain? Your feet and pain in the feet, ankles, knees are closely linked, but even higher up is affected; the hips, lower back and higher! Here are some exercises to improve the strength, proprioception and mobility in your feet for improved mechanics. #footpain #footmechanics #barefootstrengthtraining #footpain #anklepain #kneepain

Open Chain vs Closed Chain Training – What’s the Difference? Open chain exercises involve movements where the hand, foot or torso is free to move, often isolating one joint or muscle group. Closed chain exercises involve movements where the hand or foot is fixed, engaging multiple joints and building joint stability and functional strength. The best rehab and training programs don’t rely on one or the other — they combine both. Open chain for targeted control and strength. Closed chain for real-world movement and stability. #physio #physiotherapy #exercise #rehab

🎉 Happy Birthday to our physio superstar, Dane! 🎂 Whether he’s fixing backs or cracking jokes, Dane brings the energy, skill and good vibes every single day. We’re lucky to have him on the team — have an epic day, legend!

We’re excited to announce we’re teaming up with @hscollective.au in Forestville to help bring better health to the people of the Forest area. Healthspan aims to create a collective community of individuals dedicated to enhancing their healthspan. Creating a space where people can receive education, support, and a warm welcome to pursue their health and fitness goals. They offer: - A 24/7 Gym to members - Personal Training - NDIS Training Services - A youth training program Look for more collaborations in the future, with workshops and crossover events to come!

We're excited to launch a new exercise class in Narrabeen, every Wednesday at 5:30pm, led by physio Jessie. Spaces are limited! Book online or call reception to secure your spot quickly.

Stiff ankles are commonly seen as a primary limiting factor in squat mobility and running related injuries. Here are a few drills to get them mobile and moving freely. #anklemobility #ankleinjury #anklerehab #mobility #physioterapy

🎉 Happy Birthday, Jess! 🥳 Wishing you a day filled with laughter, love, and all the good vibes you deserve. You bring such great energy to everyone around you, and today it's your turn to be celebrated! 💛🎂✨

Consistency is key when it comes to building strength, improving movement, and seeing real results. Doing 2–3 exercise sessions a week, rather than just one, helps reinforce good technique, boost fitness, and maintain motivation. Group sessions can add accountability, support, and fun to keep you on track. Check our website via the link in our bio to explore class options and learn more. #physiotherapy #exercise #grouptraining

If you’ve had a lower limb injury for long enough, you know it can be hard to get rid of that pesky limp! Here a few exercises to help you get back to walking comfortably (and evenly)

Want to stay injury-free? Focus on the three biggest predictors: previous injuries, sudden spikes in training load, and movement quality. Strengthen your body, train smart, and move well to keep performing at your best. #physiotherapy #rehab #prehab #injuryprevention

If you're experiencing recurrent ankle instability or have a history of multiple sprains, you may be dealing with chronic ankle instability. 🤔 This condition often arises when the ankle joint becomes weakened and unstable, frequently due to incomplete healing following a previous injury. ✅ Fortunately, research indicates that targeted exercises can be highly beneficial! 💪 📚 A 2025 study demonstrated that specific strengthening and balance training regimens effectively enhance ankle strength and stability, potentially mitigating the risk of recurring injuries. Therefore, even if your ankle feels improved after an injury, check in with your physio to develop a tailored exercise plan, promoting long-term ankle health! 🏃‍♀️ #ankleinstability #anklerehab #sportsinjuryrecovery #physiotherapy #targetedexercises #injuryprevention

We see it all the time – people ‘push through’ a small injury, only for it to return months or years later. Here’s how to heal the right way so your niggle doesn’t become a lifelong setback.

Off-season isn’t time off — it’s time to LEVEL UP!! Although winter sports like netball and soccer have finished, this is your chance to build strength, stability, and resilience so you can return next year faster, stronger, and injury-free. Here’s why physio-led off-season training matters👇 ✅ Reduce injury risk ✅ Improve power & control ✅ Prepare your body for in-season demands💥 Try These 5 Key Exercises: 1️⃣ Lateral Bound & Hold – Builds single-leg stability and landing control under load. 2️⃣ Quick Lateral Bounds – Train explosive side-to-side movement for cutting and change of direction. 3️⃣ Crab Walks with Band – Activates glutes and improves hip and knee control, reducing knee and ankle stress. 4️⃣ Single-Leg Romanian Deadlift – Strengthens hamstrings, glutes, and improves balance — essential for deceleration and injury prevention. 5️⃣ Pallof Press – Core stability meets anti-rotation strength, key for twisting, passing, and protecting your spine. #beachlifephysio #offseasontraining #strength #stability #injuryprevention

Here are a few of the most common mistakes we see in the gym: 1. Uneven Unrack: Trying to unpack a weight you’re about to squat with both legs in a split stance sets you up for failure right from the starts. It’s unstable, unreliable and doesn’t allow you to maintain a rigid brace. Instead be deliberate and purposeful. Use both legs and get your hips under the bar, set 1 foot directly back, 1 foot to stance width and a final step to even it up. 2. Wide Angled Shoulder Pressing: In most gyms you’ll see people shoulder pressing with their elbows flared as wide as they can thinking this is how you isolate the delts. This puts your shoulder blades in a very unstable position and only serves to limit the delts ability to press the weight up. Instead, get those scapula back and down, elbows at a slight angle and let your shoulders travel through a full range 3. Forward Rocking Lunges: Anterior knee pain is an incredibly common complaint with lunges, and it can often be attributed to shifting the body weight heavily onto the front leg. Instead think ‘elevator not escalator.’ Let the body weight shift directly down, not forward and back! #gymmistakes #squatform #shoulderpress #walkinglunges #gympain

Neck pain from poor posture at your desk? You’re not alone! Whether it's from long hours at a work desk or scrolling on your phone, postural neck pain is super common — but totally treatable 💪 ✅ Top Tips to Ease the Ache: 1. Keep moving – avoid long periods of sitting still. Take regular breaks when you can 2. Chin tucks exercise – realign your neck & improve posture 3. Strengthen your upper back – support better posture for the long haul 4. Stretch it out – release tight neck & chest muscles Start small, stay consistent, and your neck will thank you! 🙌

👋 Meet Jessie – our amazing new physiotherapist! With a passion for movement and helping people feel their best, Jessie brings fresh energy and expert care to our team. Come say hi and book your first session today! 💪✨

RDL vs Stiff Leg Deadlift 2 of the most commonly prescribed deadlift variations in the gym but what’s the difference? The RDL trains quite specifically the hip hinge itself, it’s best used as a hypertrophy exercise to build the posterior chain. It will generally be performed ‘top down’ from out of a rack which allows for constant loading through the range. The stiff leg deadlift on the other hand starts from the floor up. Whilst it also trains the posterior chain it allows you to train it a little heavier and offers more carry over to the conventional deadlift itself. Both are great and both have tremendous value, but when you know the differences one can serve your goals a little better. #deadliftday #romaniandeadlift #stifflegdeadlifts #posteriorchain #physio

Why rest isn’t always best. 🛌➡️🏃‍♀️ When you’re injured or in pain, the first instinct is often to stop moving completely. But in many cases, too much rest can actually slow your recovery. Here’s why: ✅ Movement boosts healing – Gentle movement increases blood flow, stimulates muscle and tissue regrowth & promotes healing of the injured area. ✅ Maintains strength, mobility & overall fitness – Total rest can lead to stiffness and weakness, making it harder to get back to your normal activities. ✅ Pain doesn’t always mean damage – Often, moving in the right way is safe and helps reduce inflammation & pain over time. ✅ Guided activity speeds recovery – A physio can help you find the balance between rest and the right type of movement. Remember – it’s not always about stopping, but about moving smarter. 💪

🎥✨ Our team had fresh headshots taken with the wonderful Carol Gibbons this week – she did such an amazing job capturing us! Feeling so lucky to call Narrabeen home – not only do we get to help our community move better, but we get to do it in one of the most stunning places around. 🌊☀️💙 #Narrabeen #BeachLifePhysio #TeamVibes #NorthernBeaches

What a day at the Beach2Beach Fun Run! 🌊☀️🏃‍♀️ Thank you to everyone who showed up, ran, cheered, volunteered, and made it such an unforgettable day. Perfect weather, great company, and an incredible community spirit from start to finish. Catch the highlights in our reel! 🎥👇 #Beach2Beach #FunRun2025 #CoastalVibes

Are you managing your osteoporosis? Medication is not the only way to help your bone density! Resistance exercise has been shown to have comparable bone density gains in just 8 months of regular training. Check out our osteoporosis program for evidence based exercise therapy lead by our first class physiotherapy team. #osteoporosis #exercise #osteopenia #osteoporosisprevention #osteoporosisawareness #osteoporosistreatment

Join our physios at The Gym Factory in Warriewood on Saturday the 6th of September to learn how to make your shoulders more resilient!

Tired of being told the only way to help Severs disease is to rest? We are here to help your child keep doing what they love, not to sit them out on the sideline. But how? Solemaids. Developed by leading foot specialists in Denmark, these custom insoles are the new solution to overcoming Severs heel pain. #solemaids #severs #heelpain

Are you running the Beach2Beach? You could win one of 3 prize packs worth $325 each! Come see us at the Finish Festival to go in the draw!

ONLY ONE WEEK TO GO UNTIL THE BEACH2BEACH!! Come see us at the Finish Festival to go in the draw to win one of 3 prize packs worth $325 each!

Want to up your core game? Try some of these!

Wanting to increase the size of your hamstrings? Seated leg curls are the way to go! After a 12-week training intervention comparing seated (long muscle length) and prone (shorter length) leg curls, the seated group showed significantly more hypertrophy in the hamstring muscles — especially the biceps femoris long head. Maeo, S., Huang, M., Wu, Y., Sakurai, R., Sugiyama, Y., Kanehisa, H., & Miyamoto, N. (2021). Greater hamstrings muscle hypertrophy but similar damage protection after training at long versus short muscle lengths.

Time for a mid-week massage? Book online with Sue Today! https://www.beachlifephysio.com/massage

1 week to go for our Shoulder Resilience Workshop hosted by Plus Fitness Narabeen! RSVP now!

Strong bones require big movements, heavy loads, impact training, and the right nutrients. It’s not just about staying active — it’s about the RIGHT training stimulus and fuelling your bones to adapt and stay strong. Join our Osteoporosis Program at BeachLife Physiotherapy if you’re ready to build bone strength with expert guidance. #physio #narrabeen #frenchsforest #strongbones #osteoporosis

$Osteoporosis often goes unnoticed until a fracture happens — but with the right approach, osteoporosis manageable, preventable and even reversable. Building stronger bones takes more than walking or supplements. It requires targeted strength and impact training, along with solid nutrition. Weight training must be heavy, low-rep, and focused on compound lifts like squats, deadlifts, and overhead presses to stimulate bone growth where it's needed most — in the spine, hips, and shoulders. Impact training is also key. Light hopping and skipping are a good start, but bones respond best to short, sharp forces. Progressions like bounding or drop jumps deliver the load bones need to adapt. Nutrition underpins it all. Calcium, vitamin D, and protein are essential, but overall fuelling and whole-food intake support bone repair and growth, especially as we age. At BeachLife Physiotherapy, we run a dedicated Osteoporosis Program for people who need to build and protect their bone strength. #physio #narrabeen #frenchsforest #strongbones #osteoporosis$

Osteoporosis often goes unnoticed until a fracture happens — but with the right approach, osteoporosis manageable, preventable and even reversable. Building stronger bones takes more than walking or supplements. It requires targeted strength and impact training, along with solid nutrition. Weight training must be heavy, low-rep, and focused on compound lifts like squats, deadlifts, and overhead presses to stimulate bone growth where it's needed most — in the spine, hips, and shoulders. Impact training is also key. Light hopping and skipping are a good start, but bones respond best to short, sharp forces. Progressions like bounding or drop jumps deliver the load bones need to adapt. Nutrition underpins it all. Calcium, vitamin D, and protein are essential, but overall fuelling and whole-food intake support bone repair and growth, especially as we age. At BeachLife Physiotherapy, we run a dedicated Osteoporosis Program for people who need to build and protect their bone strength. #physio #narrabeen #frenchsforest #strongbones #osteoporosis

Join us at Plus Fitness Narrabeen for our Shoulder Resilience Workshop. Do you want to protect your shoulders from injury by keeping them mobile, stable and strong? Book in now!

We’re heading towards fun run season and it’s time to get the legs ready. These exercises will cover your bases and keep those kilometres coming! #physio #funrun #runningforfun #exerciserehab #injuryprevention

“Behind the Treatments: A Day of Training ✨” Our team took a break from the treatment rooms to invest in something just as important — our knowledge, teamwork and clinical excellence. Staff training days help us to stay on the cutting edge of care, ensuring every patient gets the best version of us.

Alignment is a hot topic in the health space, and something we are asked about from clients on a frequent basis. But does it matter? The question comes down to: Is it possible to be out of alignment? And, what can be done about it? The human body is incredibly robust, strong and resilient. The forces it would take to manipulate the position of bony structures are enormous. Unless you've been exposed to extremely high forces, chances are you're perfectly in place! Now of course we get tight, we feel tension and we move differently when this is the case. But the solution is movement, exercise and targeted release. Not being put back in the right position. So next time your hips are feeling a little twisted, let's see how we can get them moving again!

Want to protect your shoulders from injury by keeping them mobile, stable and strong? Join us at Plus Fitness Narrabeen for our Shoulder Resilience Workshop. Book in now!

🎉 Happy Birthday, Tash! 🎉 Wishing you a truly wonderful birthday and a year ahead filled with success, joy, and all the things that make you happiest. Your strength, kindness, and grace continue to inspire those around you, and today we celebrate the amazing person you are. 🌟 May this next chapter bring new opportunities, meaningful moments, and continued growth. Cheers to you and everything that lies ahead. 🥂

Before the growth plates in a growing skeleton are closed a child may develop a condition called apophysitis. This an overuse injury where the growth plate becomes inflamed and painful due to high loading. This can occur at any growth plate in the body, upper and lower limb, but is most common at: - Achilles (Severs disease) - Patella tendon at the shin (Osgood-Schlatter disease) - Patella tendon on the patella (Sinding-Larsen-Johansson disease) - Tendons on the inside of the elbow (Little League Elbow) As the skeleton of a female matures earlier than the male, males experience growth plate injuries 1-2 years later than females. Is your child complaining of re-occurring pain after playing sport? Book in and get them checked out so their sport's participating isn't affected!

Good balance isn’t just about standing still! Dynamic balance requires you to maintain equilibrium while in motion! This is very important for injury prevention in sports or when recovering from a lower limb injury. Add unstable or soft surfaces to make it more challenging! #balanceexercise #injuryprevention #injuryrehab #bosuexercises

You know you knead it ✅. School hols can be exhausting .. don’t forget to take timeout for yourself. Sue has a few availabilities this week. Buzz us on 9970 7982 or book online: www.beachlifephysio.com.au

🌸 5 Top Tips for Postnatal Recovery 🌸�Welcoming a new baby is a beautiful (and exhausting!) journey—so don’t forget to look after you, too! Here are our top 5 physio-approved tips for supporting your body post-birth: 1. Rest When You Can 💤�Recovery takes time. Listen to your body and take the pressure off—healing doesn’t happen overnight.� 2. Reconnect with Your Core & Pelvic Floor 🧘‍♀️�Start gentle breath work and pelvic floor activations early. A women’s health physio can guide you safely.� 3. Prioritise Posture 🪑�Feeding and carrying bub can wreak havoc on your neck and back. Use pillows for support and keep shoulders relaxed.� 4. Ease Back Into Exercise 🏃‍♀️�Start slow and steady. Walking is a great first step—wait for clearance before high-impact workouts.� 5. Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Help 💬�Whether it’s emotional support or physical care, you don’t have to do this alone. � 💗 Book a postnatal check-up with us to feel strong, supported, and confident in your recovery. #PostnatalRecovery #WomensHealthPhysio #NewMumTips #PelvicFloorHealth #BeachLifePhysio

🏃‍♀️ 5 Tips to Run Strong at Beach2Beach! 🏃‍♂️ Getting ready for the Beach2Beach Run? Our physios at BeachLife have put together 5 must-know tips to help you stay injury-free, improve your technique, and cross that finish line feeling strong. Whether you’re aiming for a PB or just running for fun, these insights will help you run smart and recover better. 📍Check them out and get race-ready with BeachLife Physio!

🏃‍♀️ Runners, this one’s for you! 🏃‍♂️ In the lead-up to race day, make sure your body is moving at its best. We’re offering 40% off Running Assessments at BeachLife Physio for event participants! 🔍 Gait & technique analysis 💪 Strength & mobility screening 🎯 Personalised advice to boost performance & prevent injury Whether you’re chasing a PB or just aiming to finish strong, we’ll help you get there. 📅 Limited spots available — book now and mention “Race Ready” to claim your discount! #BeachLifePhysio #beach2beach #RunningAssessment #RaceReady #InjuryPrevention #PhysioForRunners

Squats are king when it comes to lower body lifts. But why might you do one variation vs. another? On a broad level these are the key differences between loading a squat from the front or back. #squatday #frontsquat #backsquat #physio #posteriorchain

Eccentric training is key for building stronger quads and enhancing control and stability around the knee. Check out these two exercises - Eccentric step-down squats and Bulgarian Split Squats - that target the eccentric phase of the squat to build better strength and reduce the risk of injury. Add them to your routine for stronger, more resilient legs 🙌💯 #quadstrength #injuryprevention #rehabexercises

Sick of hearing your physio say these things all the time and you don't know what they mean? Here's our top quotes explained.

New Research from the 2025 Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy guidelines confirms that active rehabilitation is the gold standard first-line treatment for rotator cuff related shoulder pain. Why does this matter? Because prioritising active rehabilitation over passive treatments helps you get stronger, regain control and move better, faster! If you’re dealing with rotator cuff pain, starting with a tailored exercise program isn’t just an option - it’s the best evidence-backed research approach available. #shoulderpain #rotatorcuffinjury #shoulderrehab

🌿 Treat Yourself – You Deserve It! 🌿 Relax, unwind, and feel amazing with 15% off massages with Sue until the end of June! 💆‍♀️ Your body will thank you. 📅 Book online ✍️ To claim this promo, use code ‘15% OFF MASSAGE’ in the booking notes! Spots are limited—don’t miss your moment of zen ✨

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Alex! 🎂🎉 Another year older, but don’t worry, you’re just getting better with age! 🥳 Wishing you a day filled with laughter, love, and everything that makes you smile. May this year bring you even more amazing adventures and unforgettable memories.

Finding relief from TMJ pain doesn’t have to be complicated. Chiropractic care can make a big difference—your jaw will thank you 😁 Book in on Thursdays with our Chiropractor Ed today!

Don’t stop moving! Don’t let Sever’s pain stop your child. Say goodbye to Sever’s pain with our custom Solemaids insoles! Here’s what a consult with our physiotherapists might look like to get your child back to running that same afternoon. 1. Assess the issue - confirm the heel pain is from Sever’s disease 2. Test pain provoking tasks 3. Measure up and customise the Solemaids insole 4. Confirm its effectiveness (so you can see how well they work before buying) 5. Make the final touches and leave with your orthotic on the same day Don’t let Sever’s sideline your child - try our Solemaids insole and enjoy watching them run and play again. Visit our website or send us a DM for more information! #seversdisease #physiotherapy #solemaids

JUNE FRENZY: 40% OFF Physio-Led Running Assessments! Whether you're training for a marathon or just getting started with jogging, the way you run matters. At BeachLife Physiotherapy, our experienced physiotherapists are here to help you run smarter, safer, and stronger. What’s Included: - Full biomechanical gait analysis - Strength and flexibility screening - Personalised technique advice - Injury prevention strategies Why It Matters:Improving your running technique can reduce injury risk, enhance performance, and help you hit your goals faster. 👉 Book now and save 40% – offer valid until June 30th! Take the first step toward better running today – your future self (and your knees) will thank you. 📍 Locations: Narrabeen & Frenchs Forest #BeachLifePhysio #RunSmart #JuneSpecial #MoveWellLiveWell #Physiotherapy #NorthernBeaches #RunningAssessment

JUNE FRENZY: 40% OFF Chronic Pain Programs! Is pain in your hip, knee, lower back, or shoulder holding you back? It's time to take control and reclaim your life. For this month only, BeachLife Physiotherapy is offering a 40% discount on our expert-designed 8-week Chronic Pain Programs. 🔹 Hip & Knee Pain Program: Regain strength, improve mobility, and move with confidence again. 🔹 Lower Back Pain Program: Build core stability, reduce flare-ups, and take back control. 🔹 Shoulder Pain Program: Restore movement, ease tension, and lift without pain. Our programs are personalised and evidence-based, addressing the root cause of your pain with a Cognitive Functional Therapy (CFT) approach. Guided by our skilled physiotherapists, you'll receive practical tools to better manage pain and improve functionality in daily activities

Hip flexor problems are rarely solved by just stretching and foam rolling — strengthen & lengthen. Start with isometrics, then progress to dynamic control, full range strengthening, and finally speed and power work. Don’t skip the strength work — it’s the game changer. #physio #physiorehab #narrabeen #frenchsforest #runningphysio #hipflexors

🌼 Mums & Bubs Physio Classes – Because your wellbeing matters too! 🌼 Calling all new mums! Whether you're navigating life with a newborn or looking to gently ease back into movement, our Mums & Bubs Physio Class is here to support you. Led by experienced physiotherapists, these sessions are designed to help with postnatal recovery, build strength, improve mobility, and support pelvic floor health — all while bonding with your bub in a relaxed, baby-friendly environment. 👶 Bring your little one along 🧘‍♀️ Enjoy gentle, safe exercises tailored to your postnatal journey 💬 Connect with a community of like-minded mums – because you're not alone on this path ❗40% off for a limited time only Whether you're 6 weeks or 6 months postpartum, you're welcome to join. No pressure, just progress at your own pace with professional guidance and a warm community by your side. ✨ Rebuild. Reconnect. Recharge. You deserve it. ✨ 📍 Limited spots available – message us to book or learn more! ✨Scan the QR code or click the link below to register your interest https://birdeye.cx/0vqu2l #MumsAndBubs #PostnatalPhysio #NewMumSupport #BabyFriendlyFitness #PelvicFloorHealth #StrongMumStrongBody #CommunityForMums

$JUNE FRENZY – 40% OFF group exercise! Ready to take your fitness to the next level? This June, enjoy 40% off a group class bundle – 1x one-on-one assessment plus 8 group classes to be used within the month of June. ✔ Perfect for new participants looking to get started ✔ Existing class members – you’re welcome to purchase an extra 8-class pass too! Choose from our 3 physio-led class types: ?‍♀️ Move Well – Build strength, improve mobility, and move with confidence. ? Osteoporosis – Safe, supportive exercise designed to promote bone health and reduce fracture risk. ? Mums & Bubs – Gentle, postnatal-friendly workouts in a baby-welcoming space. Spots are limited, so book now and make the most of your month! Health fund rebates available$

JUNE FRENZY – 40% OFF group exercise! Ready to take your fitness to the next level? This June, enjoy 40% off a group class bundle – 1x one-on-one assessment plus 8 group classes to be used within the month of June. ✔ Perfect for new participants looking to get started ✔ Existing class members – you’re welcome to purchase an extra 8-class pass too! Choose from our 3 physio-led class types: 🧘‍♀️ Move Well – Build strength, improve mobility, and move with confidence. 🦴 Osteoporosis – Safe, supportive exercise designed to promote bone health and reduce fracture risk. 👶 Mums & Bubs – Gentle, postnatal-friendly workouts in a baby-welcoming space. Spots are limited, so book now and make the most of your month! Health fund rebates available

Struggling with neck pain? Our expert Chiropractor Ed offers tailored treatments to relieve discomfort, improve mobility and restore your quality of life. 🏃 📞 Book your consultation today and start your journey to a pain-free neck!

A recent meta-analysis found power training outperforms strength training for fall prevention in older adults. Its focus on speed enhances muscle power, function, and balance recovery—critical for avoiding falls. While strength training remains vital for maintaining muscle mass and stability in older adults, the critical role of movement speed is often overlooked. Research suggests that training at higher velocities—emphasising rapid, explosive movements—may be even more impactful for fall prevention. Since real-world balance recovery relies on quick reactions, power training better prepares the body to respond to trips or slips. Combining both strength and speed-focused training could offer the most comprehensive protection against falls.

🎉 JUNE FRENZY: Get 30% OFF Solemaids fittings until the end of June! ⚽️ Heel pain holding your child back from sport? They could be dealing with Sever’s Disease — a common condition in active kids that causes pain in the heel during growth. 👟 Introducing Solemaids — innovative insoles developed in Denmark to reduce pressure on the growth plate and ease pain, so your child can stay active and pain-free! 🛠 Custom-fitted in clinic ✅ Offloads the affected area ✅ Reduces or eliminates pain ✅ Keeps kids doing what they love 📞 Book now to secure your spot — let’s get your child back on the field with confidence! #SeversDisease #Solemaids

🦴 Strong Bones, Stronger You! 🏋️‍♀️ Did you know regular weight-bearing exercise is one of the best ways to prevent and manage osteoporosis? It helps improve bone density, balance, and overall strength — all key to staying active and independent 💪✨ 🎉 To help you get moving, we’re offering an exclusive promo discount on our physiotherapist-led exercise classes for the month of June! The Offer? 40% off a 1:1 assessment with a physiotherapist and 8 pack of group exercise classes! ✅ Scalable for all fitness levels ✅ Evidence-based personalised programs ✅ Expert guidance every step of the way 📅 Book your spot today and invest in your bone health!

Feeling that mid-back tension? A quick visit to our Chiro Ed can make a world of difference. Book in with Ed on Thursday and get that back pain under control!

Tennis Elbow? Jumper's Knee? Tendon issues are one of the most common things physio's treat, but when it comes to managing them theres 3 main things to consider. 1. How much where you doing in the weeks/months leading up to the pain? 2. Take a step back, and build it back up. 3. Get it as strong as you can #tendonpain #tenniselbow #tendonitis #physio #rehab

There are many variations of lunges to choose from depending on what muscle group you are targeting or whether you want to focus on strength, stability or power.

Frenchs Forest

(02) 9907 1136

Building 8/49 Frenchs Forest Rd East, Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086

Narrabeen

(02) 9970 7982

1342 Pittwater Road,

Narrabeen, NSW 2101

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Frenchs Forest

(02) 9907 1136

Building 8/49 Frenchs Forest Rd East, Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086

Narrabeen

(02) 9970 7982

Narrabeen, NSW 2101

Physiotherapy

Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy

Massage

Running Assesments﻿

Unlock Your Best Run with Expert Physio Guidance

Why Choose Our Running Assessments?

What to Expect in Your Assessment

Who Can Benefit?

Ready to Run Better?

#staysocial

Follow Us @beachlifephysio

Frenchs Forest

(02) 9907 1136

Building 8/49 Frenchs Forest Rd East, Frenchs Forest, NSW 2086

Narrabeen

(02) 9970 7982

Narrabeen, NSW 2101

Running Assesments