Dr Lyall's Health Corner
Zone 2 Training: RPE, HRD, HRV, Muscle Fatigue, Heat, Hydration, and Practical Pacing
Effective Zone 2 execution integrates multiple signals: sustainable power or pace, stable RPE, controlled breathing, contextual heart rate interpretation, hydration and sodium management, cadence selection, and environmental conditions.
Causes of hip pain in young adults
One of the newest concepts in this area of medicine is the concept of Femoral Acetabular Impingement or FAI. This refers to the pinching of the upper thigh bone (femur) against the hip socket (acetabulum), which can result in damage to the lining of the hip joint (articular cartilage) and the acetabular labrum.
Cycling Injuries: What’s Causing Your Pain—and How We Can Help
These injuries are often the result of overuse, poor mechanics, a poor bike fit or subtle misalignments—not necessarily trauma. That’s why proper evaluation and management is critical to both recovery and prevention.
Metabolic Health and Orthopedics: The Orthopedic-Health Nexus
Poor metabolic health—sometimes called metabolic syndrome—includes problems like obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes (high blood sugar), and abnormal cholesterol levels These conditions can increase the risk and severity of orthopedic issues, including arthritis, bone healing, and muscle weakness.
When Injuries Hide: Understanding Occult Fractures in Children
An occult fracture is a bone break that doesn’t show up clearly on a standard X-ray. It may take time — or more advanced imaging — to reveal. Children are particularly prone to these subtle injuries because their bones are still growing and often more flexible.