Running 4/7

Luke Nelson

Sep 28, 20211 min read

3 tips for optimal arm swing

Runners, here are 3 tips for optimal arm swing 💪

Luke Nelson

Sep 26, 20212 min read

Does cadence change with running speed?

In this blog, we explore how running cadence changes with speed.

Trang Nguyen

Sep 26, 20212 min read

Should you warm up before running?

So you've laced up the runners, & are ready to go. But before taking that first step, do you need to "Warm-up", do some stretches?

Why we love the Bulgarian Split Squat for runners

Luke Nelson

Sep 14, 20212 min read

Why we love the Bulgarian Split Squat for runners

Also, know as a rear leg elevated split squat, this exercise is a beauty for runners. Why?

Runners: are single-leg or double-leg exercises best?

Luke Nelson

Sep 9, 20213 min read

Runners: are single-leg or double-leg exercises best?

There is a long raging debate about the superiority of single-leg OR double leg exercises when it comes to building strength in runners....

Luke Nelson

Sep 7, 20211 min read

Avoiding the injury-reinjury cycle

Are you sick of recurring injuries? The greatest risk factor for future running injury is.... previous running injury

Rehab exercises for hamstring tendinopathy

Luke Nelson

Sep 2, 20212 min read

Rehab exercises for hamstring tendinopathy

Rehab exercises should form the cornerstone of the treatment of hamstring tendinopathy. In this blog, we cover some exercise options

Hamstring tendinopathy: How's your strength?

Luke Nelson

Sep 2, 20211 min read

Hamstring tendinopathy: How's your strength?

Strength deficits in the hamstrings are often seen in those with hamstring tendinopathy. In this blog, we discuss strength testing.

Should you change from heel striking to forefoot landing?

Trang Nguyen

Aug 31, 20211 min read

Should you change from heel striking to forefoot landing?

This is a common question I get asked, so in this blog, we discuss the findings from a recent study that answers this exact question.

How to make treadmill running imitate running outdoors

Trang Nguyen

Aug 29, 20215 min read

How to make treadmill running imitate running outdoors

How similar is treadmill running really to overground (outdoor) running? In this blog, we discuss the differences

6 reasons runners need to train strength rather than endurance in the gym

Trang Nguyen

Aug 29, 20214 min read

6 reasons runners need to train strength rather than endurance in the gym

Runners are endurance athletes. Yet why am I always harping on about developing strength & lifting heavy? Read on to find out...

Tendon stiffness: what is it and why is it important for runners?

Trang Nguyen

Aug 29, 20214 min read

Tendon stiffness: what is it and why is it important for runners?

In this blog, we discuss what tendon stiffness is, & why it's important for runners

Race cancelled or postponed? 5 ways to adjust your training

Trang Nguyen

Aug 26, 20214 min read

Race cancelled or postponed? 5 ways to adjust your training

It’s been a big 18months for athletes with many races being cancelled or postponed. So what are your options for training?

Hamstring tendinopathy & Running technique

Luke Nelson

Aug 23, 20211 min read

Hamstring tendinopathy & Running technique

In this blog we discuss some of the running technique changes that can help relieve hamstring tendinopathy.

Running with pain: When to run & when to rest

Luke Nelson

Aug 17, 20211 min read

Running with pain: When to run & when to rest

With running injuries being so common, most of you will sustain an injury at some point, leading you to question: should you RUN or REST?

Luke Nelson

Aug 16, 20212 min read

What causes hamstring tendinopathy?

In this blog, we discuss the variety of things that can contribute to the formation of, & aggravation of hamstring tendinopathy.

Angry hamstring tendon? Give these isometric exercises a go!

Luke Nelson

Aug 15, 20211 min read

Angry hamstring tendon? Give these isometric exercises a go!

For irritable tendons, isometric exercises can be useful to reduce pain. In this blog, we cover some of the exercises that can be used.

Luke Nelson

Aug 9, 20211 min read

Hamstring tendinopathy podcast

Afflicting runners, walkers, gym-goers & even non-exercisers, this condition can get so bad that exercising & even sitting can be painful.

Single leg sit to stand test: feel the quad burn

Luke Nelson

Aug 3, 20211 min read

Single leg sit to stand test: feel the quad burn

Single leg sit to stand test: how many can you do? The sit to stand test is a good assessment for single-leg strength, especially the quads!

4 strength qualities needed by runners: how do you measure up?

Luke Nelson

Jul 24, 20211 min read

4 strength qualities needed by runners: how do you measure up?

There are multiple qualities of strength we look for in runners, the results of which help dictate management.

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