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Luke Nelson

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Tissue Recovery Timelines

Different tissues = different recovery times! Learn how to train smarter by syncing your loading strategies with recovery needs

🦘 Plyometric Training for Runners: How Much Is Just Right? 🦘

Luke Nelson

Nov 192 min read

🦘 Plyometric Training for Runners: How Much Is Just Right? 🦘

How much plyometric work is enough to reap the benefits without risking injury? Let’s dive in!

Luke Nelson

Nov 192 min read

💥Plyometric Training: When to Jump In!💥

Plyos are a game-changer for runners, boosting power, agility & efficiency. But timing matters! When’s the best time to jump in?

🦶 Don’t Neglect the Feet for Calf & Achilles Injuries! 🦶

Luke Nelson

Nov 122 min read

🦶 Don’t Neglect the Feet for Calf & Achilles Injuries! 🦶

Strong calves & Achilles start from the ground up! Don't overlook your feet—proper foot function is key to injury prevention & performance

🦘Level Up Your Jumps & Hops for Stronger Calves & Achilles! 🦘

Luke Nelson

Nov 122 min read

🦘Level Up Your Jumps & Hops for Stronger Calves & Achilles! 🦘

Boost your jumps & hops with this simple ankle tip

3 Reasons Runners Should Be Adding Plyometrics to Their Training🏃‍♀️

Luke Nelson

Nov 122 min read

3 Reasons Runners Should Be Adding Plyometrics to Their Training🏃‍♀️

Runners, why should you include plyometrics in your program?

Is Full Range of Motion Important for Calf Strength?

Luke Nelson

Oct 152 min read

Is Full Range of Motion Important for Calf Strength?

Want bigger, stronger calves? It’s not just about going full range-going deep in calf raises might be the secret to max muscle growth!

Runners: Save Time with Superset Exercises!

Luke Nelson

Sep 242 min read

Runners: Save Time with Superset Exercises!

Struggling to fit strength training into your routine? Superset exercises save time, keep you moving, & boost performance! Here's how

2 Calf Raise Essentials for a Stronger Achilles Tendon

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

Runners, are you lifting heavy enough? Try this simple test

Luke Nelson

Jul 161 min read

Runners, are you lifting heavy enough? Try this simple test

One mistake we frequently observe runners making in the gym is using insufficient weight during exercises. Try this simple test!

Luke Nelson

Jun 282 min read

Runners, harmful weights myths busted

In this blog, we debunk two common myths about running and weight training and explore if there's an optimal weight for running.

Luke Nelson

Jun 261 min read

Why runner's don't strength train

Most runners know they should incorporate strength training into their routines, yet many still avoid it. Why is that?

Luke Nelson

Mar 262 min read

Shod or barefoot for plyometrics?

Shod or barefoot for plyometrics? Let's explore their impact on performance

When runners should NOT introduce strength training into their routine

Luke Nelson

Feb 231 min read

When runners should NOT introduce strength training into their routine

Runners benefit from strength training, but timing matters. Wait for the right moment to incorporate it into your routine. Here's when.

Does Strength Training Really Make Runners Faster?

Luke Nelson

Jan 133 min read

Does Strength Training Really Make Runners Faster?

Explore how strength training transforms running. Recent studies unravel its impact on speed and efficiency, reshaping the runner's journey

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!

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?

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?

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

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

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