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Collagen Supplementation and Tendinopathy: Helpful Adjunct or Overhyped Add-On?
Collagen supplements are everywhere in the running world, often marketed as a fix for stubborn tendon pain. But do they actually help tendinopathy, or are they just another overhyped add-on? This article breaks down what the research really says, where the evidence is promising, and how collagen fits into evidence-based tendon rehab
Luke Nelson
Feb 205 min read


Hitting the Sweet Spot: Applying the Berlin Protocol in Tendon Rehab
Tendons don’t adapt to just any load. They adapt to the right strain.
This blog breaks down the Berlin Protocol, the mechanobiology behind it, and how personalised tendon loading can improve rehab outcomes while reducing risk.
Luke Nelson
Feb 45 min read


Metabolic Health and Tendinopathy: Why Load Alone Does Not Explain Tendon Pain
Why do some tendons fail despite perfect rehab and sensible loading?
Emerging research shows diabetes, obesity, and lipid disorders directly affect tendon structure, healing, and load tolerance. Tendinopathy is not just about training load. It is about biology too.
Luke Nelson
Feb 34 min read


Don’t Let Elevation Take Your Knees Downhill!
Don’t Let Hills Take Your Knees Downhill! Sudden elevation changes stress your knees—track training loads to prevent pain.
Luke Nelson
Jan 7, 20252 min read


Increase your knee strength with a decline board
If you're looking for a simple way to ramp up the intensity & challenge your knees, look no further than the decline board!
Luke Nelson
Jun 28, 20232 min read


Patellar tendinopathy vs Patellofemoral pain
Today let's tackle a common dilemma: Differentiating Patellar Tendinopathy from Patellofemoral Pain!
Luke Nelson
May 24, 20231 min read


Decoding Knee Pain: Let's Unveil the Possibilities
If you've ever found yourself saying, "My knee hurts: what could it be?" you're not alone. In this blog, we cover the main causes.
Luke Nelson
May 22, 20231 min read
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