Adam Clarke nearing the summit of Mt Feathertop with the Bright Valley in the distance We’ve just returned from our second Up N Adam Victorian Alps Running Camp. And honestly… it’s hard to fathom how it could have surpassed last year. But what made this camp special wasn’t just the vert, the views, or the sessions. It was the story. The Story of Shackleton — and Why It Matters On our first night, Adam Clarke told the story of Ernest Shackleton and the voyage of the Endurance.

There’s a quiet truth in endurance sport that doesn’t get talked about enough. By the time you hit your forties and beyond, fitness stops being about ego — and starts being about identity. Staying strong, active, and energised in midlife isn’t flashy. It doesn’t sit in your driveway. It doesn’t show up on Instagram as easily. But it speaks louder than any luxury purchase ever could. It says: I value myself. I play the long game. I invest in my future. That’s real status. Fitn

As routines return after the holiday chaos, many cyclists shift back into structured training—longer rides, more intervals, more purpose. But most cyclists still rely almost entirely on the bike to get stronger. That’s a problem. Why strength training improves cycling performance Cycling looks smooth and low impact, but it’s brutally repetitive. Every pedal stroke is a force application—thousands of them per ride. Strength training improves: Peak force production Neuromuscula

The festive season has passed, the kids are nearly back at school, and routines are returning. For many runners, this is the moment when training volume ramps up again—more structure, more kilometres, more purpose. But here’s the mistake a lot of runners make: they increase running without increasing their capacity to tolerate it. That’s where strength training comes in. Why strength matters for running performance Running performance isn’t just about your heart and lungs. It

Every few months a clip of Dr Peter Attia — a physician trained at Stanford, Johns Hopkins, and the NIH — makes the rounds on social media. He’s known for his podcast The Drive and his best-selling book Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity , where he dives deep into the intersection of strength, fitness, metabolism, and lifespan. Attia’s reputation is built on translating complex longevity science into clear, data-driven insights people can act on. In one of his most-sh

With warmer weather around the corner, there’s no doubt you’re starting to think about shedding those extra few winter kilos. So, we’re sharing some helpful tips on how to go about it, but we also want to remind you that you don’t need to succumb to the pressure of achieving a “bikini body” by summer if that’s not the right goal for you. Healthy weight loss should feel sustainable, energising, and right for you. If it starts to feel restrictive or stressful, it’s worth steppi

Whether you’re preparing for your first triathlon or grinding out kilometres in Newcastle’s ocean baths, the shoulder is the workhorse of your swim. It’s also the joint most likely to complain when volume or technique slip. Repetitive overhead motion creates enormous stress on the rotator cuff and surrounding stabilisers — leading to tightness, impingement, or even tendon overload. At Up N Adam Performance Training & Physiotherapy in Newcastle, we help swimmers and triathlete

Prolonged fatigue isn’t just “part of training” — it’s a sign your body isn’t adapting fast enough to your workload. For cyclists, especially those juggling multiple sessions per week, training spikes are one of the leading causes of overuse injuries and performance decline. At Up N Adam Physio Newcastle, we help cyclists recognise the warning signs, balance training loads, and recover smarter — not just harder. Understanding Overuse Fatigue Your body adapts to stress gradual

Calf tightness or Achilles pain can stop your cycling progress in its tracks. These issues often start as mild tightness that riders ignore — until they flare up and make every pedal stroke uncomfortable. The culprit is usually overload from poor bike setup, training spikes, or strength imbalances. At Up N Adam Physio Newcastle, we specialise in treating and preventing calf and Achilles overload through detailed strength assessment, VALD testing, and tailored strength program

If your hands go numb or tingle while riding, you’re not alone. Many cyclists in Newcastle experience these symptoms — particularly on longer rides or rough terrain. While it might seem like just an annoyance, it’s actually a sign of nerve compression or overloading at the wrist and hand. Left unchecked, it can lead to persistent weakness, pain, or even loss of grip strength. At Up N Adam Performance Training & Physiotherapy, we help cyclists identify the root cause — whether

Why Strong Bones Matter Bone isn’t a static structure — it’s living tissue that constantly remodels itself. After about the age of 30, we naturally begin to lose more bone than we build. For many people, especially women post-menopause, this can lead to osteopenia or osteoporosis — conditions that make bones weaker and more prone to fracture. But the good news is that bones respond to stress — in the best possible way. Just like muscles, bones become stronger when we load the

If we had to name one muscle group that makes or breaks athletes, it’s the glutes. Strong glutes power your stride, stabilise your hips, and protect your knees and back. Weak glutes, on the other hand, are one of the most common findings in injured runners and cyclists we see at Up N Adam Performance Training & Physiotherapy in Newcastle. Whether it’s knee pain, ITB syndrome, shin splints, or lower back pain, weak glutes are often the hidden culprit. Why the Glutes Matter The

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Triathlon training pushes the body across three demanding sports — swimming, cycling, and running. While this variety reduces the risk of some injuries, it multiplies the chance of overuse injuries if training loads aren’t managed carefully. At Up N Adam Performance Training & Physiotherapy in Newcastle, we see triathletes from sprint distance to Ironman battling the same recurring issues. Here are the top 5 injuries we see in Newcastle triathletes — and how we help you fix t

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