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[EVENT] Sports Psychology Workshop
Raising a competitor takes more than early morning drop-offs. Join us at ATHLETIC INC for an exclusive, research-backed workshop designed to help parents build resilient, confident athletes.
Balancing the Scales: How to Manage the Physical Trade-Offs of Swimming
Competitive swimming builds incredible efficiency in the water, but it often comes at a physical cost on land. From rounded shoulders to tight hips, discover the true physical trade-offs of the sport and learn how to manage them using our physiotherapist's targeted dryland framework.
High Performance Warm-Ups for Competitive Swimmers
Stop warming up randomly. A warm-up must tell a story, not just fill time. Discover our 7-step purposeful warm-up sequence. Learn how our physiotherapists build race-day readiness for swimmers.
The Performance Nutritionist’s Playbook: How Our Coach Keith Dropped 10kg in 2.5 Months
10kg down in 2.5 months. Step inside the playbook of Coach Keith as he reveals the real-world, sustainable nutrition strategies needed to drop weight, beat hunger, and keep your competitive edge.
3 Myths About Swimmer's Shoulder That Are Costing You Recovery Time
Most swimmers with shoulder pain are told to rest, avoid training through discomfort, and stretch more. The evidence tells a more nuanced story. Singapore physiotherapist Chin Yu Heng breaks down three of the most common beliefs about swimmer's shoulder and what a more useful clinical framework actually looks like.
Is Flexibility Overrated for Golf? What the Research Actually Says
Most golfers blame their distance on not being flexible enough. A 2024 meta-analysis testing every measurable physical characteristic against clubhead speed suggests otherwise. Singapore TPI-certified golf physio Chin Yu Heng breaks down what the research actually found.
SNAG NUTRITION
The final stretch of the SNAG (Singapore National Age Group Swimming Championships 2026) is upon us, and the margins between a new personal best and hitting the wall early are razor-thin.
In a high-stakes meet, what you put in your tank is just as important as the hours you've invested in the pool. To make sure you’re fully fuelled and firing on all cylinders throughout, here Keith’s top five performance nutrition tips.
Reflections from a Performance Nutritionist: How Nutrition Supported Team Singapore at the World Junior Championships
Earlier this year, Keith, our performance nutritionist at ATHLETIC INC, supported Singapore Swimming at the 2025 World Aquatics Junior Championships in Romania. From fuelling workshops to personalised race-day plans, the aim was to make smart nutrition simple and effective. The team delivered national records, SEA Games qualifiers, and strong performances, showing how targeted nutrition paired with quality training can elevate results.
The Rotational Pattern: What 280+ Physio Consults at the World Amateur Team Championship Reveal About the Golfer's Body
At the World Amateur Team Championship (WATC), our physio room collected data from over 280 athlete and staff visits. The most striking finding wasn't just the overall volume of complaints, but the specific pattern of symptoms: a clear rotational signature in the complaints of right-handed golfers.
Stride Length vs. Stride Frequency: Which Is King in Sprinting?
This race reignited the debate: Is it stride length or stride frequency that truly determines a sprinter's success?
3 Areas That Secretly Limit Your Backswing Rotation
Most golfers assume their rotation is limited because their spine is stiff. While spinal mobility does play a role, three other areas secretly hold you back before you even complete your backswing.