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🦘 Plyometric Training for Runners: How Much Is Just Right? 🦘

Luke Nelson

Nov 192 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!

3 Reasons Runners Should Be Adding Plyometrics to Their Training🏃‍♀️

Luke Nelson

Nov 122 min read

3 Reasons Runners Should Be Adding Plyometrics to Their Training🏃‍♀️

Runners, why should you include plyometrics in your program?

Shoes as Therapy: How Footwear Can Influence Running Injuries

Luke Nelson

Oct 83 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

Aug 271 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

Jul 312 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 242 min read

The "Knee Window" of Running Gait

The "knee window" provides a quick and simple method to assess for increased pelvic drop, hip adduction, knee valgus, & a narrow step width

Runners, are you lifting heavy enough? Try this simple test

Luke Nelson

Jul 161 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

Jun 261 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?

Don't ignore the kinetic chain in calf & Achilles injuries

Luke Nelson

Jun 111 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 281 min read

Our number one tip for Masters runners

If you are a runner over the age of 35, then listen up!

How to stop a niggle from evolving into an injury

Luke Nelson

Mar 261 min read

How to stop a niggle from evolving into an injury

Most runners are often carrying some nagging pains, which is often termed a niggle. So how do you stop these niggles from becoming bigger?

When runners should NOT introduce strength training into their routine

Luke Nelson

Feb 231 min read

When runners should NOT introduce strength training into their routine

Runners benefit from strength training, but timing matters. Wait for the right moment to incorporate it into your routine. Here's when.

New Year, New Strides: our 5 top resolutions

Luke Nelson

Jan 41 min read

New Year, New Strides: our 5 top resolutions

New Year, New Strides! Ready to lace up & crush your running goals in 2024? Here are the top 5 resolutions to make it your best yet

Luke Nelson

Dec 12, 20231 min read

Changes in the Master Runner

As we age, several factors combine to result in a decline in running performance. In this blog we discuss further

Luke Nelson

Nov 2, 20231 min read

The best way to fix your tight calves

Do your calves tense up or ache during your runs? If you're quick to assume stretching is the answer, you might want to reconsider.

Treadmill vs running outside: What’s the difference?

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?

Strength Training for Runners: Scheduling Tips for Maximum Benefit

Luke Nelson

Oct 19, 20232 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?

The Hip & increasing Cadence: A Double-Edged Sword🗡

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

Can Supershoes make you prone to injury?

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

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