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Running Is NOT the Best Activity for Building Strong Achilles Tendons 🤔
Running loads your Achilles, but there are better ways to build strong Achilles tendons
Luke Nelson
Feb 112 min read

🏃♂️ The "Shin Test" for Overstriding: A Quick Guide to Better Running Form 🏃♂️
Overstriding hurts performance and raises injury risk. Learn what it is, why it matters, and how the "Shin Test" checks your form fast!
Luke Nelson
Jan 72 min read

Don’t Let Elevation Take Your Knees Downhill!
Don’t Let Hills Take Your Knees Downhill! Sudden elevation changes stress your knees—track training loads to prevent pain.
Luke Nelson
Jan 72 min read

From Walk to Run: Comparing Loads Across Walking, Cycling, Elliptical, and Running
Walking, running, cycling, or elliptical—which puts the most load on your joints? Discover the numbers & optimize your training!
Luke Nelson
Dec 22, 20242 min read

Tissue Recovery Timelines
Different tissues = different recovery times! Learn how to train smarter by syncing your loading strategies with recovery needs
Luke Nelson
Dec 21, 20242 min read

🦘 Plyometric Training for Runners: How Much Is Just Right? 🦘
How much plyometric work is enough to reap the benefits without risking injury? Let’s dive in!
Luke Nelson
Nov 19, 20242 min read

💥Plyometric Training: When to Jump In!💥
Plyos are a game-changer for runners, boosting power, agility & efficiency. But timing matters! When’s the best time to jump in?
Luke Nelson
Nov 19, 20242 min read

🦶 Don’t Neglect the Feet for Calf & Achilles Injuries! 🦶
Strong calves & Achilles start from the ground up! Don't overlook your feet—proper foot function is key to injury prevention & performance
Luke Nelson
Nov 12, 20242 min read

🦘Level Up Your Jumps & Hops for Stronger Calves & Achilles! 🦘
Boost your jumps & hops with this simple ankle tip
Luke Nelson
Nov 12, 20242 min read

3 Reasons Runners Should Be Adding Plyometrics to Their Training🏃♀️
Runners, why should you include plyometrics in your program?
Luke Nelson
Nov 12, 20242 min read

Is Full Range of Motion Important for Calf Strength?
Want bigger, stronger calves? It’s not just about going full range-going deep in calf raises might be the secret to max muscle growth!
Luke Nelson
Oct 15, 20242 min read

Pain in the Calf? Common Causes Explained
Got calf pain? 🦵 From strains to nerve issues, uncover the common causes & learn how to manage them for a faster recovery!
Luke Nelson
Oct 10, 20242 min read

Shoes as Therapy: How Footwear Can Influence Running Injuries
Discover how shoe drop & cushioning can serve as therapy for runners, helping to redistribute load & manage foot, ankle, or knee injuries
Luke Nelson
Oct 8, 20243 min read

Calf Strength in Kids & Teenagers
New study reveals key insights into calf strength in kids & teens
Luke Nelson
Sep 26, 20242 min read

Jump Rope Training Supercharges Running Performance!
Jump rope training boosts running performance! Improve speed, strength, and endurance with this simple yet powerful workout.
Luke Nelson
Sep 24, 20242 min read

Runners: Save Time with Superset Exercises!
Struggling to fit strength training into your routine? Superset exercises save time, keep you moving, & boost performance! Here's how
Luke Nelson
Sep 24, 20242 min read

2 Calf Raise Essentials for a Stronger Achilles Tendon
In this blog we discuss the two essentials when performing calf raises to develop a strong Achilles tendon
Luke Nelson
Aug 29, 20242 min read

Knee-Saving Exercises for Hill Running!
Downhill running strains your knees. Strengthen your quads with these exercises to reduce patellofemoral stress and fly safely downhill!
Luke Nelson
Aug 27, 20241 min read

What is the "Average" Running Gait?
Runners come in all shapes and sizes, and it's no surprise that each of us has a unique running style. So what is normal?
Luke Nelson
Jul 31, 20242 min read

Posterior ankle impingement: what is it & how to diagnose it?
Posterior ankle impingement is an important cause of posterior ankle pain, that we see frequently misdiagnosed as Achilles tendon pain
Luke Nelson
Jul 30, 20241 min read
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