Calf Strength in Kids & Teenagers
New study reveals key insights into calf strength in kids & teens
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Luke Nelson
- Aug 29
- 2 min
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
- 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
- Jul 2
- 2 min
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
- 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
- May 27
- 1 min
Calf raises for big toe pain
For those with 1st toe pain or limited range of movement, standard calf raises can be uncomfortable. So what other options do we have?
Luke Nelson
- Feb 13
- 2 min
Stiff, tight calves? Two tests to assess
Stiff, tight calves? Here are a couple of tests that we use to assess calf flexibility & how we use them.
Luke Nelson
- Nov 2, 2023
- 1 min
The best way to fix your tight calves
Do your calves tense up or ache during your runs? If you're quick to assume stretching is the answer, you might want to reconsider.
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
- Mar 21, 2023
- 1 min
Calf injuries: protect then overload
When managing calf injuries, here is an approach we often adopt to offload and then overload the injured area
Luke Nelson
- Mar 1, 2023
- 1 min
6 rules when returning to running from a calf injury
Here are 6 tips to help you make a successful return to running after a calf injury!
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?
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