Pain in the Calf? Common Causes Explained
Got calf pain? 🦵 From strains to nerve issues, uncover the common causes & learn how to manage them for a faster recovery!
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Luke Nelson
Oct 83 min read
Shoes as Therapy: How Footwear Can Influence Running Injuries
Discover how shoe drop & cushioning can serve as therapy for runners, helping to redistribute load & manage foot, ankle, or knee injuries
Luke Nelson
Aug 292 min read
2 Calf Raise Essentials for a Stronger Achilles Tendon
In this blog we discuss the two essentials when performing calf raises to develop a strong Achilles tendon
Luke Nelson
Jul 161 min read
The Stairway to strong calves & Achilles
Stair climbs are a fantastic early exercise for calf & Achilles injuries. They help develop muscle recruitment and prepare for plyometrics
Luke Nelson
Jun 111 min read
Don't ignore the kinetic chain in calf & Achilles injuries
In this blog, we discuss the importance of assessing the kinetic chain in calf & Achilles injuries
Luke Nelson
May 272 min read
Technique matters when testing your calf strength
Don't underestimate technique in calf strength testing!
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?
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
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
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
Aug 18, 20221 min read
Exercises to target the outer calf muscles
In this blog, we discuss exercises to target the outer (lateral) calf muscles
Luke Nelson
Aug 10, 20221 min read
Exercises to target the inner (medial) calf muscles
Injury or weakness to the calf muscles can necessitate specific exercises to target the relevant muscles.
Luke Nelson
Aug 1, 20221 min read
Calf strain & Achilles: don’t forget horizontal & lateral forces! 💥
The calf serves an important role in running & change of direction, so rehab for calf & Achilles injuries must take this into consideration
Luke Nelson
Jun 23, 20222 min read
Why we love the soleus & you should too!
We love the soleus, & if you are a runner, you should tool! Here's why...
Luke Nelson
Apr 28, 20221 min read
Different calf strength qualities in runners
Did you know there are different types of calf strength?
Luke Nelson
Jan 22, 20221 min read
Runners: Choosing plyometric exercises to target the calf muscles
In this blog, we look at how plyometric exercises can target the different calf muscles
Luke Nelson
Dec 2, 20211 min read
The most effective Calf & Achilles management podcast
Luke recently featured on the Run Smarter podcast chatting all about his favourite muscle group: the calves!
Luke Nelson
Oct 4, 20211 min read
Does changing running technique prevent injury?
In this blog, we discuss the findings of a recent study that answered this exact question
Luke Nelson
Sep 7, 20211 min read
Avoiding the injury-reinjury cycle
Are you sick of recurring injuries? The greatest risk factor for future running injury is.... previous running injury
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