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Luke Nelson
Jan 72 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
Nov 12, 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
Oct 10, 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
Sep 24, 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
Aug 29, 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
Jul 16, 20241 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 2, 20242 min read
Knee pain? Don't neglect the calves
"Below the knee is the key!" Weak calves can contribute to knee pain. Learn how strengthening your calves can help relieve knee issues!
Luke Nelson
Jun 26, 20241 min read
Why runner's don't strength train
Most runners know they should incorporate strength training into their routines, yet many still avoid it. Why is that?
Luke Nelson
Jun 11, 20241 min read
Don't ignore the kinetic chain in calf & Achilles injuries
In this blog, we discuss the importance of assessing the kinetic chain in calf & Achilles injuries
Luke Nelson
May 27, 20242 min read
Technique matters when testing your calf strength
Don't underestimate technique in calf strength testing!
Luke Nelson
May 27, 20241 min read
Calf raises for big toe pain
For those with 1st toe pain or limited range of movement, standard calf raises can be uncomfortable. So what other options do we have?
Luke Nelson
Dec 28, 20232 min read
Calf Raises: Knee Bent vs. Knee Straight
Ever wondered how your calf raise technique can impact different muscles in the calf group? Let's explore the science in this blog
Luke Nelson
Nov 30, 20231 min read
Up the ante on those arches
Strong feet are important for runners to absorb impact forces and efficiently propel us forward, here's one way to strengthen them!
Luke Nelson
Nov 2, 20231 min read
Treadmill vs running outside: What’s the difference?
Critics of treadmill running will claim that running on a treadmill messes with your running technique & creates “lazy muscles". Does it?
Luke Nelson
Oct 18, 20231 min read
The Hip & increasing Cadence: A Double-Edged Sword🗡
Recent research has delved into the effects of increasing cadence on the hip, & the results offer both promise & caution
Luke Nelson
Aug 2, 20232 min read
Can Supershoes make you prone to injury?
With the rise in popularity of carbon-plated, high-stack Supershoes, many are wondering, could these potentially lead to more injuries? The
Luke Nelson
Jul 12, 20231 min read
How to improve big toe mobility
In this blog, we share some of our favourite techniques to improve big toe mobility
Luke Nelson
Jul 12, 20231 min read
Big toe mobility matters for runners
Sufficient movement at the big toe joint is important for both running & walking. Why does it matter & how can you measure it?
Luke Nelson
Jul 4, 20235 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?
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