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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

Age is Just a Number: The Power of Exercise in Defying the Aging Process

Luke Nelson

Dec 14, 20232 min read

Age is Just a Number: The Power of Exercise in Defying the Aging Process

Aging is unavoidable, and with it comes muscle mass loss. Can this process be reversed?

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

Dec 9, 20233 min read

Is running bad for your knees?

Contrary to a common myth, recent research indicates running is not harmful to knees; it may boost joint health. Explore in our 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

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

Not all miles are equal: understanding training load

Luke Nelson

Aug 9, 20233 min read

Not all miles are equal: understanding training load

In this blog post, we'll explore three popular alternative methods for measuring training load in runners: TRIMP, TSS, and RPE.

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.

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!

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