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 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
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
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.
Luke Nelson
Apr 8, 20212 min read
Can you change running technique?
“The way you run, is the way you run” is a common statement we hear when it comes to running technique, so can you change how you run?
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
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.
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