#calf

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The Stairway to strong calves & Achilles

Stair climbs are a fantastic early exercise for calf & Achilles injuries. They help develop muscle recruitment and prepare for plyometrics

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Technique matters when testing your calf strength

Don't underestimate technique in calf strength testing!

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Every picture tells a story

Physical examination of the runner starts with observation. The appearance of the calf muscles can tell you a lot about their condition

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Biggest mistake runners make with a calf or Achilles injury

In this blog we discuss the biggest mistake we see runners make with calf & Achilles injuries

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Calf strain & Achilles: don’t forget horizontal & lateral forces! 💥

The calf serves an important role in running & change of direction, so rehab for calf & Achilles injuries must take this into consideration

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Runners: Choosing plyometric exercises to target the calf muscles

In this blog, we look at how plyometric exercises can target the different calf muscles

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Foot position & calf strength

We've previously mentioned the benefits of varying foot positions to alter calf load.

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Is my Achilles tendon going to snap?

I’m just scared that I might rupture a tendon” is a common fear in those suffering with Achilles' tendinopathy, but how common is it?

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"Why is my Achilles tendon so thick?"

This is a question often posed to us by those that are either currently experiencing Achilles tendinopathy, or may have in the past.

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Is it the Achilles tendon?

Here are 2 simple questions that can help confirm if you are dealing with Achilles tendinopathy.

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