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
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Luke Nelson
- Jul 16
- 1 min
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
- Jun 11
- 1 min
Don't ignore the kinetic chain in calf & Achilles injuries
In this blog, we discuss the importance of assessing the kinetic chain in calf & Achilles injuries
Luke Nelson
- May 27
- 2 min
Technique matters when testing your calf strength
Don't underestimate technique in calf strength testing!
Luke Nelson
- Jun 26, 2023
- 1 min
Unlocking the Mystery: Understanding the Morning Agony of Tendon Pain
Achilles tendinopathy & plantar heel pain often see runners feeling aged past their years on those first few morning steps. Why is that?
Luke Nelson
- Apr 25, 2023
- 1 min
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
Luke Nelson
- Feb 3, 2023
- 1 min
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
Luke Nelson
- Jan 17, 2023
- 1 min
Our 6 tips for strong calves
In this blog, we discuss our top 6 tips to improve the strength of the calf muscles
Luke Nelson
- Oct 28, 2022
- 2 min
Calf raises for every occasion
There are so many alternatives & modifications for this simple exercise, so here are some of our favourites & when we would use them.
Luke Nelson
- Aug 18, 2022
- 1 min
Exercises to target the outer calf muscles
In this blog, we discuss exercises to target the outer (lateral) calf muscles
Luke Nelson
- Aug 10, 2022
- 1 min
Exercises to target the inner (medial) calf muscles
Injury or weakness to the calf muscles can necessitate specific exercises to target the relevant muscles.
Luke Nelson
- Aug 1, 2022
- 1 min
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
Luke Nelson
- Jun 23, 2022
- 2 min
Why we love the soleus & you should too!
We love the soleus, & if you are a runner, you should tool! Here's why...
Luke Nelson
- Apr 28, 2022
- 1 min
Different calf strength qualities in runners
Did you know there are different types of calf strength?
Luke Nelson
- Jan 22, 2022
- 1 min
Runners: Choosing plyometric exercises to target the calf muscles
In this blog, we look at how plyometric exercises can target the different calf muscles
Luke Nelson
- Dec 2, 2021
- 1 min
The most effective Calf & Achilles management podcast
Luke recently featured on the Run Smarter podcast chatting all about his favourite muscle group: the calves!
Luke Nelson
- Oct 4, 2021
- 1 min
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 7, 2021
- 1 min
Avoiding the injury-reinjury cycle
Are you sick of recurring injuries? The greatest risk factor for future running injury is.... previous running injury
Trang Nguyen
- Aug 29, 2021
- 4 min
Tendon stiffness: what is it and why is it important for runners?
In this blog, we discuss what tendon stiffness is, & why it's important for runners
Luke Nelson
- Aug 17, 2021
- 1 min
Running with pain: When to run & when to rest
With running injuries being so common, most of you will sustain an injury at some point, leading you to question: should you RUN or REST?
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