What is the "Average" Running Gait?
Runners come in all shapes and sizes, and it's no surprise that each of us has a unique running style. So what is normal?
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Luke Nelson
Jul 242 min read
The "Knee Window" of Running Gait
The "knee window" provides a quick and simple method to assess for increased pelvic drop, hip adduction, knee valgus, & a narrow step width
Luke Nelson
Jul 242 min read
How Posture Affects Running Efficiency, Joint Loads, & Muscle Activity
Increasing your forward lean while running impacts your efficiency, joint loads, and muscle activity. Here’s what the research reveals
Luke Nelson
Mar 142 min read
Cadence: The FACTS
There is a lot of misinformation around running cadence, so let's clear a few things up in this blog
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
Luke Nelson
Oct 28, 20211 min read
UP, UP & Away: Tips for running uphill
Nothing brings a collective sigh amongst a group of runners like a steep hill ahead. So here are some tips to make hills your friends:...
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 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.
Trang Nguyen
Aug 31, 20211 min read
Should you change from heel striking to forefoot landing?
This is a common question I get asked, so in this blog, we discuss the findings from a recent study that answers this exact question.
Luke Nelson
Aug 23, 20211 min read
Hamstring tendinopathy & Running technique
In this blog we discuss some of the running technique changes that can help relieve hamstring tendinopathy.
Luke Nelson
Jun 10, 20213 min read
4 tips for running with shin pain
Shin pain is common in runners, in this blog we cover our top 4 tips to keep you running!
Luke Nelson
Jun 1, 20212 min read
How to maintain good running form with fatigue
It is no secret that as fatigue sets in during a run, there are changes to running technique and loading forces. How can you maintain form?
Luke Nelson
May 20, 20211 min read
4 tips for running with ITB pain
ITB pain need not stop you from running. Here are 4 quick tips to help keep you pounding the pavement: ✅Slightly increase your step width...
Luke Nelson
Apr 29, 20211 min read
Faded feedback for running gait retraining
When learning a new skill, or changing your running gait, you will need more guidance at first, but then this feedback is gradually reduced.
Luke Nelson
Apr 29, 20214 min read
Running drills to improve your form
Running drills can be a great way to improve your running technique, and maybe even shave some precious seconds off your PB!
Luke Nelson
Apr 27, 20211 min read
Improving leg recovery during running gait
Adequate recovery of the swing leg is important as it allows for optimal foot strike placement.
Luke Nelson
Apr 15, 20214 min read
Should you change your running technique?
So we’ve previously discussed that your running technique CAN be changed, but the more important question is: SHOULD you change it?
Luke Nelson
Apr 13, 20212 min read
𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫?🤷♀️
A lot of people talk about HOW the foot lands on contact, but from the research we see it’s more important WHERE the foot lands.
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