Knee pain? Don't neglect the calves
If you are assessing knee pain, here's why you can't neglect the role of the calves.
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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
- 1 min
Diagnosing medial tibial stress syndrome
Medial tibial stress syndrome is a common cause of shin pain. Here are 4 simple signs to diagnose with almost perfect reliability
Luke Nelson
- Mar 26
- 1 min
How to stop a niggle from evolving into an injury
Most runners are often carrying some nagging pains, which is often termed a niggle. So how do you stop these niggles from becoming bigger?
Luke Nelson
- Mar 12
- 2 min
Beyond the Run: The Hidden Dangers of Non-Running Activities on Injury Risk
What are you doing in the 23 other hours of the day? How non-running load can lead to injury
Luke Nelson
- Mar 1
- 1 min
Runners: Common training load errors you want to avoid
Training load errors can frequently lead to injury, so in this blog, we discuss the two most common mistakes runners make
Luke Nelson
- Feb 23
- 1 min
When runners should NOT introduce strength training into their routine
Runners benefit from strength training, but timing matters. Wait for the right moment to incorporate it into your routine. Here's when.
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
- Dec 9, 2023
- 3 min
Is running bad for your knees?
Contrary to a common myth, recent research indicates running is not harmful to knees; it may boost joint health. Explore in our blog
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
- Oct 18, 2023
- 1 min
The Hip & increasing Cadence: A Double-Edged Sword🗡
Recent research has delved into the effects of increasing cadence on the hip, & the results offer both promise & caution
Luke Nelson
- Aug 9, 2023
- 3 min
Not all miles are equal: understanding training load
In this blog post, we'll explore three popular alternative methods for measuring training load in runners: TRIMP, TSS, and RPE.
Luke Nelson
- Aug 2, 2023
- 2 min
Can Supershoes make you prone to injury?
With the rise in popularity of carbon-plated, high-stack Supershoes, many are wondering, could these potentially lead to more injuries? The
Luke Nelson
- Jul 4, 2023
- 5 min
Can Strength Training Prevent Running Injuries?
Most of us think that strength training can potentially play a role in injury prevention, but what does the research say?
Luke Nelson
- Jun 28, 2023
- 2 min
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 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
- Jun 5, 2023
- 1 min
4 best exercises for ITB pain
Struggling with ITB pain during your runs? We've got you covered! Here are four exercises that will help you conquer that pesky ITB pain.
Luke Nelson
- May 24, 2023
- 1 min
Treat the runner, not just the injury
Regarding runners, it's essential to remember that we must treat the runner, not just the injury. Here's why.
Luke Nelson
- May 24, 2023
- 1 min
Patellar tendinopathy vs Patellofemoral pain
Today let's tackle a common dilemma: Differentiating Patellar Tendinopathy from Patellofemoral Pain!
Luke Nelson
- May 22, 2023
- 1 min
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.
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