Get Marathon Ready

As December is upon us, we’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support throughout the year. It’s been a pleasure to help you stay active and well, and we look forward to continuing that journey with you in the year to come.

With the festive season just around the corner, we wanted to let you know about our adjusted opening hours over Christmas and New Year. You’ll find all the details below, so you can plan your appointments accordingly.

Also in this newsletter:
🏃‍♀️ Get Marathon-Ready with Expert Physio Support!
If you’re signed up for a marathon next spring, especially The London Marathon, we’ve got you covered with tailored physiotherapy and training advice to help you cross that finish line strong. Read on.

🎁 Gift Vouchers for Your Loved Ones
Give the gift of health and well-being this Christmas with our physiotherapy gift vouchers—the perfect present for someone you care about.

…and finally, need something for a stocking filler or secret santa? Read on.

🏃‍♀️ Get Marathon-Ready with Expert Physio Support 🏃‍♀️

The London Marathon 2025 is set for Sunday, April 27, 2025. This may seem far away, but December is the perfect time to begin your training journey. Whether it’s your first marathon or you’re chasing a personal best, now’s the time to lay the groundwork.  Success starts with setting a solid foundation with a proactive approach to your health. We (physios) often say, prevention is better than cure! Here’s how to train smarter, and stay injury-free.

1. Address Any Niggles Early Before Training Ramps Up

The off-season is the ideal time to start your marathon prep, and it’s vital to address any niggles or unresolved injuries early. The faster you deal with an injury, the easier it is to fix. A physiotherapist can identify the root cause of discomfort and create a tailored treatment plan to resolve it swiftly. Early intervention keeps minor issues from turning into major setbacks later.

2. Start with the Right Training Plan

Choosing the right training plan is key to marathon success. Be realistic and select a plan that aligns with your experience, fitness level, and goals. Beginners should opt for a plan that gradually increases mileage to prevent injuries, while experienced runners can benefit from plans with speed work, tempo runs, and targeted mileage. Explore free or paid online resources, join a running club, or hire a coach for a personalized plan.

3. Injury Prevention: Train Smarter, Not Just Harder

Strength training is a key part of marathon preparation, helping to prevent injuries and improve running efficiency. While there’s no shortage of generic advice online, a physio-led programme is tailored specifically to your needs, making it far more effective and efficient. Remember, one size does not fit all.

• Common focus areas include:
  • Glutes: Strengthening these muscles with exercises like squats and single-leg deadlifts can prevent hip and knee problems.
  • Core: Core exercises such as planks help improve balance and running posture.
  • Calves and Ankles: Calf raises and resistance exercises are great for preventing Achilles and foot injuries.

This personalised approach ensures your training targets the areas you need most to keep you strong and injury-free.

4. Keep Flexible and Mobile

Dynamic stretches before a run and static stretches afterwards are key to reducing stiffness and improving your range of motion. Pilates, Foam rolling, yoga, and mobility sessions can also do wonders for recovery and flexibility. With education and understanding, a  tailored programme is more targeted, effective, and time efficient.

5. Don’t Underestimate the Power of Recovery

Recovery is vital for adapting to marathon training demands. Include rest days, cross-training, and recovery tools like massage or hydrotherapy in your routine to stay injury-free throughout the season.

6. Be Shoe-Savvy

The right running shoes are crucial to prevent injuries. Replace them every 500–800 km based on shoe type, running style, surface, and your build. A professional gait analysis at a specialist shop or physiotherapy clinic can help you find the perfect fit for your running style.

Start Your Training Strong 

With the London Marathon on April 27, 2025, start preparing now by addressing injuries, building strength, and maintaining flexibility to ensure you’re ready to succeed on race day.

Need Some Support?
Our expert physios are here to help and guide you every step of the way, whether it’s resolving an injury, improving your training, or maximising recovery.

Good luck, run strong and stay injury free.

Book your physio consultation or your sports massage session today. Click the link below or contact us via email or telephone.

info@coventgardenphysio.com    020 3161 4646

🎁 GIFT VOUCHERS – Give the Gift of Wellness 🎁

Struggling to find the perfect present? Our Gift Vouchers are the ultimate way to show you care. Redeemable across all our services—Physio, Sports Massage, and Pilates—they’re the gift of choice and well-being!

Why Choose Our Gift Vouchers?
✅ Flexible—your loved one picks what they need
✅ Perfect for any occasion
✅ A thoughtful way to support health and relaxation

Just decide on the value of the voucher and we will prepare it for you. Wellness made simple. Call or visit today to purchase a voucher they’ll love!

🏃‍♀️ Because there’s no better gift than good health! 🏃‍♂️

Covent Garden Physio cork massage ball. 

Need something as stocking filler or Secret Santa? Why not pick up one of our CGP branded cork massage ball. 🎄🎁

Service Update

Festive clinic times:

Monday 23^rd December – 8.00am to 12.00pm

Tuesday 24^th December – 8.00am to 5.00pm

Wednesday 25th  December CLOSED

Thursday 26th December CLOSED

Friday 27th December CLOSED

Monday 30^th December – 8.00am to 5.00pm

Tuesday 31^st December – 8.00am to 4.00pm

Wednesday 1^st January CLOSED

Normal hours resume Thursday 2^nd January 2025.

For further information check out our website  and if you require assistance, email info@coventgardenphysio.com, call us on 020 3161 4646, or click here to make an appointment.

We hope you enjoyed this newsletter. From all of us at Covent Garden Physio, we wish you a very Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year, and a season full of joy, relaxation, and good health.

All the very best,

Kevin Kong

Clinic Director