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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?

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?

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

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?

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

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

Runners: 4 tips to stay injury-free in the New Year

Luke Nelson

Jan 4, 20231 min read

Runners: 4 tips to stay injury-free in the New Year

Many runners have a New Years' resolution to have an injury-free year, so here are our top 4 tips to make this happen!

Luke Nelson

Nov 25, 20222 min read

When to replace your Supershoes?

How long do carbon-plated shoes last? In this blog, we discuss when it’s time to send your supershoes to shoe heaven.

Shoe rocker: what is it & who is it useful for?

Luke Nelson

Mar 25, 20222 min read

Shoe rocker: what is it & who is it useful for?

Rockered soles are increasingly been used in shoes today, but what do they do, and who are they suited for?

Luke Nelson

Feb 3, 20221 min read

Toe holes in shoes? How to prevent them

Repetitive pressure & rubbing from your big or little toe may cause small holes to appear on the upper of your shoes, what does this mean?

Injured in the lead up to a race? When to back off & when to push on

Luke Nelson

Jan 14, 20222 min read

Injured in the lead up to a race? When to back off & when to push on

When an injured runner presents to us before a race, there is a decision to be made: Push or back off.

Luke Nelson

Sep 30, 20211 min read

The many effects of increasing cadence

An advantage of changing running cadence (steps per minute), is that it has a wide-ranging impact on a number of different variables.

Luke Nelson

Sep 28, 20211 min read

3 tips for optimal arm swing

Runners, here are 3 tips for optimal arm swing 💪

Luke Nelson

Sep 26, 20212 min read

Does cadence change with running speed?

In this blog, we explore how running cadence changes with speed.

Running with pain: When to run & when to rest

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

Jul 24, 20211 min read

Pain in the butt: what could it be?

Pain in the butt? 🍑 There are many things that can cause buttock pain, so getting an accurate diagnosis is important!

Luke Nelson

Jun 24, 20211 min read

2 tips for front of shin pain

Runners, struggling with pain in the front of your shin? Here are two tips to help!

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