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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

🦘 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

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

Runners, are you lifting heavy enough? Try this simple test
One mistake we frequently observe runners making in the gym is using insufficient weight during exercises. Try this simple test!
Luke Nelson
Jul 16, 20241 min read

The Stairway to strong calves & Achilles
Stair climbs are a fantastic early exercise for calf & Achilles injuries. They help develop muscle recruitment and prepare for plyometrics
Luke Nelson
Jul 16, 20241 min read

Runners, harmful weights myths busted
In this blog, we debunk two common myths about running and weight training and explore if there's an optimal weight for running.
Luke Nelson
Jun 28, 20242 min read

Strength Training for Runners: Scheduling Tips for Maximum Benefit
Strength training for runners is pivotal for performance & injury prevention. So when should you do it?
Luke Nelson
Oct 19, 20232 min read

Can Strength Training Prevent Running Injuries?
Most of us think that strength training can potentially play a role in injury prevention, but what does the research say?
Luke Nelson
Jul 4, 20235 min read

The biggest mistake runners make with strength training
Attention all runners! Let's address a common mistake many of us make when it comes to strength training: not lifting hard enough
Luke Nelson
Jun 15, 20231 min read

Runners: When should you perform your strength training?
We all know the benefits that strength training delivers for runners, but a question we are often asked, is "when should I do it"?
Luke Nelson
Dec 28, 20222 min read

Runners: Time-saving tips for strength training
Most runners understand the benefits of strength training, but it can seem like a chore. Here are our top tips to save time on your workout!
Luke Nelson
Sep 5, 20222 min read


Calf strain & Achilles: don’t forget horizontal & lateral forces! 💥
The calf serves an important role in running & change of direction, so rehab for calf & Achilles injuries must take this into consideration
Luke Nelson
Aug 1, 20221 min read

Runners: Choosing plyometric exercises to target the calf muscles
In this blog, we look at how plyometric exercises can target the different calf muscles
Luke Nelson
Jan 22, 20221 min read

Do you need to get sore after strength training?
There's a general belief that DOMs is a good indicator of a 'successful' gym session. But is this true?
Trang Nguyen
Sep 30, 20211 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 14, 20212 min read
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