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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

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?

Can Strength Training Prevent Running Injuries?

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?

Increase your knee strength with a decline board

Luke Nelson

Jun 28, 20232 min read

Increase your knee strength with a decline board

If you're looking for a simple way to ramp up the intensity & challenge your knees, look no further than the decline board!

Unlocking the Mystery: Understanding the Morning Agony of Tendon Pain

Luke Nelson

Jun 26, 20231 min read

Unlocking the Mystery: Understanding the Morning Agony of Tendon Pain

Achilles tendinopathy & plantar heel pain often see runners feeling aged past their years on those first few morning steps. Why is that?

The biggest mistake runners make with strength training

Luke Nelson

Jun 15, 20231 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 5, 20231 min read

4 best exercises for ITB pain

Struggling with ITB pain during your runs? We've got you covered! Here are four exercises that will help you conquer that pesky ITB pain.

Luke Nelson

May 24, 20231 min read

Treat the runner, not just the injury

Regarding runners, it's essential to remember that we must treat the runner, not just the injury. Here's why.

Patellar tendinopathy vs Patellofemoral pain

Luke Nelson

May 24, 20231 min read

Patellar tendinopathy vs Patellofemoral pain

Today let's tackle a common dilemma: Differentiating Patellar Tendinopathy from Patellofemoral Pain!

Decoding Knee Pain: Let's Unveil the Possibilities

Luke Nelson

May 22, 20231 min read

Decoding Knee Pain: Let's Unveil the Possibilities

If you've ever found yourself saying, "My knee hurts: what could it be?" you're not alone. In this blog, we cover the main causes.

Your feet are the foundation of your run! 💪 How strong are yours?

Luke Nelson

May 20, 20232 min read

Your feet are the foundation of your run! 💪 How strong are yours?

Your feet are the foundation of your run! How strong are yours? In this blog we cover a simple test you can do at home

Luke Nelson

May 11, 20232 min read

Hill running: why it matters for injury

When it comes to running injuries, it's crucial to comprehend how the body responds to the challenges of uphill & downhill running.

Luke Nelson

Apr 25, 20231 min read

Every picture tells a story

Physical examination of the runner starts with observation. The appearance of the calf muscles can tell you a lot about their condition

4 reasons why you should use multiple pairs of running shoes

Luke Nelson

Apr 2, 20231 min read

4 reasons why you should use multiple pairs of running shoes

In this blog, we discuss 4 reasons why you should use multiple pairs of running shoes

Luke Nelson

Mar 21, 20231 min read

Calf injuries: protect then overload

When managing calf injuries, here is an approach we often adopt to offload and then overload the injured area

6 rules when returning to running from a calf injury

Luke Nelson

Mar 1, 20231 min read

6 rules when returning to running from a calf injury

Here are 6 tips to help you make a successful return to running after a calf injury!

Biggest mistake runners make with a calf or Achilles injury

Luke Nelson

Feb 3, 20231 min read

Biggest mistake runners make with a calf or Achilles injury

In this blog we discuss the biggest mistake we see runners make with calf & Achilles injuries

Best exercises for Tibialis posterior tendinopathy

Luke Nelson

Nov 21, 20221 min read

Best exercises for Tibialis posterior tendinopathy

Tibialis posterior tendinopathy tends to cause pain on the inside of the ankle. Here are some of our favourite exercise progressions to help

Achilles paratenon involvement: what is it & how to fix it

Luke Nelson

Nov 2, 20221 min read

Achilles paratenon involvement: what is it & how to fix it

The paratenon can be a cause of tendon pain, but what is it & how can it be fixed?

Luke Nelson

Oct 28, 20222 min read

Calf raises for every occasion

There are so many alternatives & modifications for this simple exercise, so here are some of our favourites & when we would use them.

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