“If you can play on a small player and then roll out the next week and play on a key forward, that’s the flexibility great sportspeople have. He has that in his mental toughness.” Kevin Sheedy on the eve of Dustin Fletcher’s record breaking game. As thousands of local footy players start their 2014 season...

Having been involved in the fitness industry for the past 15 years, I’ve seen many training aides enter the market – and countless athletes use them to gain the edge on their opponent. Whether it’s an exam; a presentation to the board; a job interview; or Saturday’s game- the more we prepare, the greater the...

Thanks to Peter Marshall for the opportunity to present to the Southern Umpires Association last night. It was also great to meet this great man, 2011 AFL grand final field umpire Chris Donlon. Chris talked about his post match recovery, which also includes using the foam roller. Fit For Field umpires!

Dr Peter Larkins talked with Ed and Derm about Bulldogs’ Tory Dickson’s injury. For those watching the Melbourne / Bulldogs game,  most thought it was a typical shoulder injury. Although his shoulder was heavily taped, it wasn’t a sublax or dislocation, he actually tore his pectoralis major. He will undergo surgery to reattach the smaller...

Had a great day on Tuesday 14th May with the year 10 Excellence In Sport students from Lilydale High School. A very engaged and focused group keen to be the best sportspeople they can be. We talked about balancing school, family, friends, work and sport to ensure we are successful in all aspects. Each student...

At the start of Winter and nearly at the half way mark of the season, it can be a difficult time for players and teams to remain focused and motivated for what lies ahead. ‘Re-JUNE-venate’ is about topping up. Setting a number of small, achievable goals to assist you with embracing this time of year, getting on...

Almost 12 months ago Fit For Finals began work in a number of football clubs across the state. With football across the country now complete for 2014, here are a few of this years Fit For Finals success stories. Sandringham FC began the season losing many of their A graders to other clubs, this provided opportunities to...

What a year for Fit For Finals! “Fit, fabulous and flamin’ brilliant” was the phrase used by the newspapers to describe their win…With an average winning margin of 77 points, Fit For Finals’ marquee club, Frankston YCWFNC (MPNFL) made it 5 flags in 6 years in 2015. Starting with the ‘Stonecats’ in 2010, Fit For...