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?
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Luke Nelson
Jun 1, 20211 min read
How to prepare for running in winter
First day of winter means it’s time to prepare for the cold and wet running season! Here are some tips to get you through!
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
Mar 31, 20212 min read
How Running technique may help ITB pain
Running gait retraining can be useful in the management of ITB pain. In this blog, we discuss some of the strategies that can be used
Luke Nelson
Mar 26, 20211 min read
🙋Are running gait abnormalities associated with running injuries?🤕
Are there running gait abnormalities associated with running injuries? In this blog we discuss what the research has to say about this topic
Luke Nelson
Mar 20, 20211 min read
Runner's knee: Luke on the Peak Endurance Podcast
Luke again featured on the Peak Endurance podcast, this time chatting all things Runners's knee & giving his top 4 tips to manage!
Luke Nelson
Mar 3, 20211 min read
Got a constant need to stretch during a run?
Are you someone whose calves often feel tight or sore during your runs? Check out this blog to discover why
Luke Nelson
Jan 11, 20211 min read
The strong get stronger...
We've previously discussed how the long flexors of the leg (Flexor hallucis longus, Flexor digitorum longus, Tibialis posterior, Peroneus...
Luke Nelson
Dec 16, 20202 min read
Top exercises for the hip flexors
Fire up those hips: Our top exercises for the hip flexors!
Luke Nelson
Dec 9, 20203 min read
Runners: tight hip flexors? Do you need strength or stretching?
A sensation of tightness in the front of the hips is often be experienced by runners. But is it strength or stretching that is needed?
Luke Nelson
Nov 20, 20202 min read
Runners, introducing the hip flexors
A lot of people are surprised to hear the hip flexors mentioned as an important muscle for running. So what does this group of muscles do?
Luke Nelson
Nov 18, 20201 min read
𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐲: 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐯𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐤?
We often compare left versus right when dealing with a one-sided injury, but what if the other side is never strong to begin with?
Luke Nelson
Oct 5, 20202 min read
Up & Down: Increased vertical oscillation
Are you a runner that can be heard a mile away pounding the pavement? Chances are, you may possess an increased vertical oscillation.
Luke Nelson
Oct 5, 20203 min read
Does pelvic drop mean there is lateral hip weakness?
If your hips drop when you run, does it mean you have weak lateral hip muscles?
Luke Nelson
Oct 1, 20203 min read
Runners, introducing the glutes
Runners, let me introduce you to the glutes: what they do, & what can go wrong when they don't play their role!
Luke Nelson
Apr 1, 20205 min read
A Beginner's Guide to Running
Looking to start running for the first time? Resuming after a long break?
In this blog we cover some of the key things to consider
Luke Nelson
Oct 2, 20191 min read
How to test your end range calf strength
In this blog we cover the 3 tests you can perform to measure your end range calf strength.
Luke Nelson
Aug 19, 20191 min read
How’s your end range calf strength?
End range calf strength can be a reflection of adequate soleus muscle strength. In this blog we discuss how to test & then how to strengthen
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