The Human Skeleton

The Human Skeleton

In sport, we aim to optimise performance and minimise the risk of injury – both of these concepts require us to have a fundamental understanding of the human skeleton. In this article, we’ll be exploring the 206 bones that make up the human skeleton, their different shapes and functions. We’ll also look at how the … Read more

Uniaxial Joints Explained

Uniaxial Joints

In this article we give an overview of uniaxial joints, examples of uniaxial joints and explain their function. We also give some sporting and exercise examples of how this contribute to movement.

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Multiaxial Joints Explained

Multiaxial Joints

In this article we give an overview of multiaxial joints, examples of multiaxial joints and explain their function. We also give some sporting and exercise examples of how this contribute to movement.

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Biaxial Joints Explained

Biaxial Joints

In this article we give an overview of biaxial joints, examples of biaxial joints and explain their function. We also give some sporting and exercise examples of how this contribute to movement.

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Types of joints in the Human Body: Named & Explained

Types of joints in the human body

Did you know we have different types of joints in our body? Each joint has a specific name and function. In this article, we’ll explore the different types of joints, what they do, where they are and give examples of each one. 

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Aerobic Glycolysis Explained

Aerobic Glycolysis

Energy systems like aerobic glycolysis underpin a huge range of sport and fitness activities.  In this article we’ll define aerobic glycolosis, explain the steps, explain aerorbic and anaerobic forms of glycolosis and give some sporting examples. What is aerobic glycolysis? Aerobic glycolysis is part of a cellular respiration process in which organisms break down glucose … Read more