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Calf Raises: Knee Bent vs. Knee Straight

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!

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

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

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.

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

Top tips for choosing a new running shoe

Luke Nelson

Mar 10, 20232 min read

Top tips for choosing a new running shoe

Time to update your running shoes? Here are our top tips for finding the best shoe for you

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!

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