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𦶠Donāt Neglect the Feet for Calf & Achilles Injuries! š¦¶
Strong calves & Achilles start from the ground up! Don't overlook your feetāproper foot function is key to injury prevention & performance
Luke Nelson
Nov 12, 20242 min read


š¦Level Up Your Jumps & Hops for Stronger Calves & Achilles! š¦
Boost your jumps & hops with this simple ankle tip
Luke Nelson
Nov 12, 20242 min read


3 Reasons Runners Should Be Adding Plyometrics to Their Trainingšāāļø
Runners, why should you include plyometrics in your program?
Luke Nelson
Nov 12, 20242 min read


Is Full Range of Motion Important for Calf Strength?
Want bigger, stronger calves? Itās not just about going full range-going deep in calf raises might be the secret to max muscle growth!
Luke Nelson
Oct 15, 20242 min read


Pain in the Calf? Common Causes Explained
Got calf pain? 𦵠From strains to nerve issues, uncover the common causes & learn how to manage them for a faster recovery!
Luke Nelson
Oct 10, 20242 min read


Shoes as Therapy: How Footwear Can Influence Running Injuries
Discover how shoe drop & cushioning can serve as therapy for runners, helping to redistribute load & manage foot, ankle, or knee injuries
Luke Nelson
Oct 8, 20243 min read


Calf Strength in Kids & Teenagers
New study reveals key insights into calf strength in kids & teens
Luke Nelson
Sep 26, 20242 min read


Jump Rope Training Supercharges Running Performance!
Jump rope training boosts running performance! Improve speed, strength, and endurance with this simple yet powerful workout.
Luke Nelson
Sep 24, 20242 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
Luke Nelson
Sep 24, 20242 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
Luke Nelson
Aug 29, 20242 min read


Knee-Saving Exercises for Hill Running!
Downhill running strains your knees. Strengthen your quads with these exercises to reduce patellofemoral stress and fly safely downhill!
Luke Nelson
Aug 27, 20241 min read


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?
Luke Nelson
Jul 31, 20242 min read


Posterior ankle impingement: what is it & how to diagnose it?
Posterior ankle impingement is an important cause of posterior ankle pain, that we see frequently misdiagnosed as Achilles tendon pain
Luke Nelson
Jul 30, 20241 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 24, 20242 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. Hereās what the research reveals
Luke Nelson
Jul 24, 20242 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
Jul 16, 20241 min read


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
Luke Nelson
Jul 16, 20241 min read


Knee pain? Don't neglect the calves
"Below the knee is the key!" Weak calves can contribute to knee pain. Learn how strengthening your calves can help relieve knee issues!
Luke Nelson
Jul 2, 20242 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 28, 20242 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
Jun 26, 20241 min read
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