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Best exercises for the glute muscles
We previously discussed the consequences of weakness in the lateral hip muscles, so now we discuss how to strengthen them!
Luke Nelson
Oct 28, 20202 min read


“What's the best surface to run on?”
“Should I run on grass, concrete or a treadmill?” are frequent questions asked by runners, and the answer is surprising to most...
Luke Nelson
Oct 18, 20204 min read


Is running good for your back?
Does running lead to increased wear & tear of the back? We delve into this question in this blog!
Luke Nelson
Oct 16, 20202 min read


Runners, what’s your number? Lateral hip strength
We've previously discussed the importance of lateral hip strength for runners, but what is normal & how can we assess it?
Luke Nelson
Oct 14, 20202 min read


🙋 Do Your Hips Drop When You Run? Does It Mean Weak Hip Muscles? 🍑
If your hips drop when you run, does it mean you have weak lateral hip muscles?
Luke Nelson
Oct 5, 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
Oct 1, 20203 min read


Running training patterns & injury development
In this blog we explore research that found some running injuries are related to running volume, whilst others relate to running pace.
Luke Nelson
Sep 18, 20201 min read


"Just stop running"
Unfortunately we see many an injured runner present to us having being told to "just stop running" by their health professional 🤕
Luke Nelson
Sep 2, 20201 min read


Runners, what's your number? Calf strength
Anyone following us for a while would know our love for the calf muscles, & for good reason! So how much strength do you need?
Luke Nelson
Aug 28, 20202 min read


Isometrics exercises for Achilles tendinopathy: the why, when & how
Isometric exercises have become a popular choice for treating tendinopathy. So when & how can you perform these exercises?
Luke Nelson
Aug 26, 20203 min read


Tackling treadmill myths and misconceptions
Is running on a treadmill the same as running outdoors? In this blog we tackle the common treadmill myths & misconceptions.
Luke Nelson
Jul 24, 20205 min read


Why muscle cramps suck & what you can do about them
Why do muscles cramp? Is there more we can do other than letting it pass or getting another massage/rub down? Do salt tablets actually work?
Luke Nelson
Jul 10, 20206 min read


Top 2 tips to reduce hamstring injuries
Hamstring strains are the most common muscle injury in AFL & soccer. In this article we reveal the top 2 tip to reduce your injury risk
Luke Nelson
Apr 23, 20203 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
Apr 1, 20205 min read


The dreaded DOMS...
Most of us have experienced dreaded muscle soreness the day after a hard workout. What is it? And what can you do to treat & prevent it?
Phoebe Henry
Mar 11, 20204 min read


When should I start rehab after an injury?
We will often get patients asking: “I’m injured, when should I come in to see you?”, & the reply more often than not is “NOW!”. Why is this?
Luke Nelson
Dec 20, 20191 min read


When the going gets tough...smile?
How can doing this simple thing help you run faster? Kipchoge recently demonstrated this technique when he broke 2 hours in the marathon!
Luke Nelson
Oct 16, 20191 min read


Calf pulses- pump it up!
Pulses are a great intermediate exercise to help transition from calf raises to jumping/hopping and can be useful for rehabilitation
Luke Nelson
Oct 11, 20191 min read


Calf pain? Calf strain? Will “Just a few calf raises" fix it?
Injured your calf? Calf tightness? Think a few simple body weight calf raises will get you sorted? Think again!
Luke Nelson
Oct 9, 20192 min read


Backwards running: more than just looking funny?
Whilst some may think backwards running serves no purpose other than having a laugh, there is actually research of potential benefits
Luke Nelson
Sep 27, 20192 min read
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