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?
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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?
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
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
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.
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.
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
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...
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
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?
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Luke Nelson
Jul 8, 20212 min read
Shoe lacing for runners
Wide foot? Top of foot pain? Big toe pain? In this blog, we cover our top 5 lacing techniques for runners.
Luke Nelson
Jun 28, 20213 min read
What running shoe is best for you?
"What running shoe do I need?" is a common question asked of us. In this blog, we cover the key things to help you find the perfect shoe!
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