APEX Fitness & Sports Rehabilitation

21/08/2026

Psychological implications of injury - Kinesiophobia

Kinesiophobia is fear of movement often assisted with injury where people will avoid certain movements due to fear of injury.

It is an obstacle I often need to overcome with patients throughout the rehab process, building confidence with movement through education, progressive overload, and most importantly… listening! Hearing what is it the patient has concerns about and working together to overcome these fears.

Pain doesn’t always mean damage, it is sometimes a normal part of the rehab process within limits, and not all movement is dangerous. Rehab is training in the presence of injury, this is where I work closely with patients to get them training safely whilst injured, and building their tolerance to the demands of the activities they will eventually be returning to.

We rehab people, not just the injured tissue, so by the end of the rehab process they are returning to sport / activity with full confidence where performance isn’t hindered.

Struggling with an injury yourself? Book your appointment today!

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Location 📍
The Yard Gym
Welch Hill St, Leigh
WN7 4DU

28/07/2026

ACL rehab week 7 ⚡️

Proof that hard work pays off! 💪 Through applying
progressive overload into strength training and hitting targets, we are now in a position to start implementing single leg loading! 🦵

This isn't determined by time scales or guesswork, these decisions are made through objective & subjective testing! Without data, you're just guessing! 🤷‍♂️

Alongside this, we are other goals we are working to achieve such as balance, movement quality, restoring mobility equal to the uninjured knee. 📈

There is also careful rehabilitation of the hamstring following a hamstring graft. After a few weeks of relative protection, then a lot of isometric work, and now loading the hamstrings through movement following progressive overload principles.

Surgery is the easy part, the hard work starts immediately afterwards, and requires a lot of mental resilience and commitment! 🏋️

Struggling with an injury yourself? Book your appointment today!

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Location 📍
The Yard Gym
Welch Hill St, Leigh
WN7 4DU

14/07/2026

Huge congratulations to Sarah Attwood 🎉
Silver medal in The European sprint distance duathlon 🥈 in Banyoles, Spain 🇪🇸

Well done Sarah 👏

09/07/2026

*Warning* - Graphic content ‼️

Yesterday marks 1 year since graduating with a BSc (Hons) In sports rehabilitation from the university of Salford 🎓

To say it’s been an intense year would be an understatement! However, throwing myself in at the deep end was the best thing I could have done to gain experience, implement my knowledge, and develop my own practice. Having worked with Tyldesley Rugby Club and since July last year, and then opening my own injury clinic at The Yard Gym in October, I’ve had the opportunities to really help people get back to what they love doing most. I’ve managed many injuries such as:

Multiple ligament injuries including ACL, MCL, ATFL, AC joints and so on…

Multiple fractures such as fibula, clavicle, metacarpals etc…

Dislocated fingers, shoulders and ankles

More than enough wounds!

And interesting conditions such as Osgood Schlatter, Chondomalacia patellae, Severs disease and more.

Dealing with these in acute settings and long rehabilitation journeys, there is no more rewarding feeling than being with people through some of their worst times, as well as the best when they get back to where they want to be.

Forever grateful for the opportunities I’ve had so far in my career, and looking forward to where the future leads. Meeting and working with some fantastic people.

A big thank you to everyone who has put their trust in me throughout my career! Things can only get better from here ❤️

07/07/2026

We’re delighted to have Alfie as part of the Tyldesley RUFC team.

From day one, Alfie has created a professional and welcoming environment, becoming a valued member of our coaching and support staff. His knowledge, dedication and genuine care for the players have played a huge role in keeping the squad fit, healthy and performing at their best throughout the season.

Always approachable, reliable and willing to go the extra mile, we’re incredibly grateful for everything he brings to the club. We look forward to continuing our partnership throughout the 2026/27 season.

We asked Alfie about his time at Tyldesley RUFC, and here’s what he had to say:

“I’ve loved my time working at Tyldesley RUFC. There is a great environment at the club where everybody makes you feel welcome! Working collaboratively with the coaching staff, players and everyone behind the scenes to ensure safety and fitness for the whole team, all working together to achieve one goal – winning on the pitch! Looking forward to the 26/27 season at this great club! A massive thank you to everyone at the club for putting their trust in me and making me feel a part of the team!”

We’re excited to have you back for another season, Alfie! 💙🖤

21/06/2026

04/06/2026

⚡️ Day 1 post ACL reconstruction with an elite Ironman athlete ⚡️

Struggling with an injury yourself? Book your appointment today!

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Location 📍
The Yard Gym
Welch Hill St, Leigh
WN7 4DU

22/05/2026

Hop testing battery⚡️

Hop testing utilities a group of functional jump tests post lower limb injury to help determine a number of factors, including:

🔹 Lower limb strength
🔹 Force production / force acceptance
🔹 Stability
🔹 Limb symmetry index (LSI)
🔹 Readiness to return to sport post injury

Testing provides objective data during rehabilitation and helps make more informed decisions about progressions & returning to sport, as opposed to just guessing or “yeah it feels okay”. This is where many people pose a higher risk of re injury, returning to sport just because pain has settled, without knowing if their tissues can actually cope with the demands of their sport / activities.

05/05/2026

Looking to elevate your recovery? Look no further ⚡️

Targeted treatments tailored to your specific needs, utilising a variety of treatment modalities to bring your recovery to the next level 📈

🔹 Relieve pain & stress
🔹 Optimise recovery
🔹 Injury prevention

Sports massage therapy is for everyone! From competitive athletes, to those wanting to move better, feel better, and stay active!

Sound like something you’re interested in? Book your appointment today!

💻 www.apexfsr.co.uk
📲 Direct message on social media
📞 07394877133
📩 [email protected]

Location 📍
The Yard Gym
Welch Hill St, Leigh
WN7 4DU

28/04/2026

✅ 25/26 season with 🏉

Been a great experience working in rugby with a top bunch of lads! Massive thank you to for your help this season! Showing top levels of professionalism & commitment, and never shying away from difficult situations. It was a pleasure having you work with us!

Up the bongs! 🔵⚪️