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.
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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
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
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
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!
Luke Nelson
Feb 24, 20231 min read
The "Talk Test" For Running Zones
Runners, have you heard of the "Talk Test"? It's a simple way to gauge the intensity of your workout without using any fancy equipment
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
Luke Nelson
Jan 17, 20231 min read
Our 6 tips for strong calves
In this blog, we discuss our top 6 tips to improve the strength of the calf muscles
Luke Nelson
Jan 12, 20231 min read
Return to running program
Looking to start running? Or perhaps missed a large chunk of time due to injury? Here's a return-to-running program that can be used.
Luke Nelson
Jan 10, 20231 min read
Is it hamstring tendinopathy? Key tests to diagnose
In this blog, we discuss some of the tests used to diagnose hamstring tendinopathy
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
Dec 28, 20222 min read
Runners: When should you perform your strength training?
We all know the benefits that strength training delivers for runners, but a question we are often asked, is "when should I do it"?
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.
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
Luke Nelson
Nov 14, 20221 min read
Luke wins Chiropractor of the Year!
We are excited to announce that Luke is the Australian Chiropractors Association, 2022 Chiropractor of the Year!
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.
Luke Nelson
Oct 26, 20221 min read
Runners: how strong is your big toe?
Your big toe plays an important role in stabilizing your foot & helps provide propulsion when running. So how's your toe strength?
Luke Nelson
Oct 12, 20222 min read
What's the best recovery position?
There's been a long-standing debate over what position to adopt when recovering from a hard effort: upright or hunched over?
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