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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, 20231 min read


The "Talk Test" For Running Zones
Runners, have you heard of the "Talk Test"? It's a simple way to gauge the intensity of your workout without using any fancy equipment
Luke Nelson
Feb 24, 20231 min read


Runners: 4 tips to stay injury-free in the New Year
Many runners have a New Years' resolution to have an injury-free year, so here are our top 4 tips to make this happen!
Luke Nelson
Jan 4, 20231 min read


When to replace your Supershoes?
How long do carbon-plated shoes last? In this blog, we discuss when it’s time to send your supershoes to shoe heaven.
Luke Nelson
Nov 25, 20222 min read


Should every run be hard?
A common error we see in recreational runners is doing too much of their running at a high intensity.
Luke Nelson
May 31, 20221 min read


Shoe rocker: what is it & who is it useful for?
Rockered soles are increasingly been used in shoes today, but what do they do, and who are they suited for?
Luke Nelson
Mar 25, 20222 min read


Shoe drop: what is best?
Shoe drop is the difference between the midsole height at the heel versus the height at the forefoot. So which height is best?
Luke Nelson
Mar 7, 20221 min read


Luke appears on the Journal Club podcast
Luke recently featured on Randall Cooper's Journal Club podcast discussing an important study on monitoring training load in runners
Luke Nelson
Feb 14, 20221 min read


Toe holes in shoes? How to prevent them
Repetitive pressure & rubbing from your big or little toe may cause small holes to appear on the upper of your shoes, what does this mean?
Luke Nelson
Feb 3, 20221 min read


How hard do our muscles work when we run?
This exact question was answered in a 2012 study by Tim Dorn, & is often quoted by many within running, including ourselves! What they...
Luke Nelson
Dec 20, 20211 min read


Taper time! Our top tips to maximize your pre-race preparation
You’ve done the work (hopefully!), the race is near, so it’s taper time! Here are our top tips to get the most out of your taper!
Luke Nelson
Nov 25, 20212 min read


UP, UP & Away: Tips for running uphill
Nothing brings a collective sigh amongst a group of runners like a steep hill ahead. So here are some tips to make hills your friends:...
Luke Nelson
Oct 28, 20211 min read


The many effects of increasing cadence
An advantage of changing running cadence (steps per minute), is that it has a wide-ranging impact on a number of different variables.
Luke Nelson
Sep 30, 20211 min read


3 tips for optimal arm swing
Runners, here are 3 tips for optimal arm swing 💪
Luke Nelson
Sep 28, 20211 min read


Should you warm up before running?
So you've laced up the runners, & are ready to go. But before taking that first step, do you need to "Warm-up", do some stretches?
Trang Nguyen
Sep 26, 20212 min read


Runners: are single-leg or double-leg exercises best?
There is a long raging debate about the superiority of single-leg OR double leg exercises when it comes to building strength in runners....
Luke Nelson
Sep 9, 20213 min read


Should you change from heel striking to forefoot landing?
This is a common question I get asked, so in this blog, we discuss the findings from a recent study that answers this exact question.
Trang Nguyen
Aug 31, 20211 min read


How to make treadmill running imitate running outdoors
How similar is treadmill running really to overground (outdoor) running? In this blog, we discuss the differences
Trang Nguyen
Aug 29, 20215 min read


6 reasons runners need to train strength rather than endurance in the gym
Runners are endurance athletes. Yet why am I always harping on about developing strength & lifting heavy? Read on to find out...
Trang Nguyen
Aug 29, 20214 min read


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
Trang Nguyen
Aug 29, 20214 min read
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