Meet Your Official Physiotherapy Partner: Core Active Health
Where Health Meets Performance.
Core Active Health is proud to be the Official Physiotherapy Partner of the 2026 Westleigh Fun Run, supporting runners of all ages and abilities as they prepare for and participate in this exciting community event.
Based in Carlingford, Core Active Health is a sports and musculoskeletal physiotherapy clinic combining experienced hands-on physiotherapy, rehabilitation, strength and performance testing to help people move better, recover from injury and achieve their goals.
With over 20 years of experience supporting athletes and active individuals, our team understands that performance means something different to everyone.
Whether you're preparing for your first 5km, chasing a personal best over 10km or encouraging your children through the Kids Dash, we believe everyone deserves access to quality physiotherapy care and guidance.
Having supported major running events including the Whale Rock Trail Run and Parramatta Half Marathon, we're excited to bring our Core Performance & Recovery Team to Westleigh.
Our involvement doesn't just begin on race day. We're here to help you prepare, manage those inevitable training niggles and feel confident heading towards the start line.
How We Support You Before Race Day
Preparing for an event isn't just about clocking up kilometres. It's about building the strength, capacity and confidence to meet the demands of your chosen distance.
Whether you're an experienced runner or just starting out, our physiotherapists can help with:
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Strength & Performance Testing
Using our VALD performance testing technology, we can objectively assess strength, identify deficits and help guide your training and rehabilitation.
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Injury & Niggle Management
Experiencing Achilles pain, sore knees, shin pain or a persistent foot niggle? Our physiotherapists can assess what's happening, identify contributing factors and develop a plan to help you continue training where appropriate.
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Running Load & Training Advice
Increasing your running too quickly or struggling to balance training and recovery? We can help you understand how to manage your running load and build capacity progressively.
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Race Preparation
With Westleigh's undulating course, preparation matters! We'll be sharing advice on hill running, pacing strategies, hydration, strength and managing those final weeks before race day.
Book a Pre-Race Physiotherapy Consultation
Don't wait until a small niggle becomes a bigger problem. If something isn't feeling right, our team can help you work out the next steps.
What We Bring to Westleigh Fun Run
On Sunday 15 November, our Core Performance & Recovery Team will be at the Event Village supporting runners before and after their event.
Working alongside our physiotherapists will be our team of physiotherapy and exercise/sport science students, together with our recovery partners, Enhance Wellness.
Before Your Run
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Pre-Race Physiotherapy Advice: Have a last-minute concern or niggle? Our team will be available to provide advice and guidance before you head to the start line.
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Sports Taping: Supportive taping where clinically appropriate to help manage existing injuries or symptoms.
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Warm-Up & Preparation Advice: Practical guidance to help you prepare for your event and feel ready to get moving.
After Your Run
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On-Site Physiotherapy: Our physiotherapists will be available to provide post-event assessment, treatment and advice for runners experiencing pain, discomfort or injury.
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Recovery Zone with Enhance Wellness: We're excited to once again partner with Enhance Wellness, bringing their compression recovery boots to the event so runners can enjoy some well-earned post-run recovery time.
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Active Recovery & Mobility Advice: Not sure what to do after crossing the finish line? Our team can provide practical advice on post-event movement, recovery and managing any soreness or niggles.
What's Next?
Whether you're planning your next event or simply want to return to regular training, we can help you understand how to recover and build towards your next goal.
Come and find us at the Core Performance & Recovery Zone in the Event Village!
Supporting You in the Lead-Up to Race Day
Our partnership with Westleigh Fun Run goes beyond event-day physiotherapy.
Throughout the lead-up, we'll be sharing practical, evidence-informed running education to help participants prepare for the event.
Keep an eye on the Westleigh Fun Run and Core Active Health social media channels for information on:
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Hill running and pacing strategies for Westleigh's undulating course
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Managing running loads and building training capacity
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Common running injuries and when to seek advice
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Strength and conditioning for runners
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Hydration and race-week preparation
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Recovery strategies before and after the event
Want to Know More?
Whether you're managing an injury, preparing for your first event or looking to improve your running performance, our team is here to help.
Core Active Health - Where Health Meets Performance.
Website: www.carlingfordactivehealth.com.au
Instagram & Facebook: @cah_physiotherapy
We'll see you in the clinic or at the Westleigh Fun Run Performance & Recovery Zone on Sunday 15th November 2026!