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Runners: how strong are your hips?
Hip strength is important for runners, so here are our top 4 tests to perform at home to see how you measure up!
Luke Nelson
Jan 3, 20222 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


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
Dec 2, 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


Is running bad for the hips?
We should all know by now that running does NOT lead to wear & tear of the knees. But what about the hip joints?
Luke Nelson
Nov 16, 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


Does changing running technique prevent injury?
In this blog, we discuss the findings of a recent study that answered this exact question
Luke Nelson
Oct 4, 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


Does cadence change with running speed?
In this blog, we explore how running cadence changes with speed.
Luke Nelson
Sep 26, 20212 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


Why we love the Bulgarian Split Squat for runners
Also, know as a rear leg elevated split squat, this exercise is a beauty for runners. Why?
Luke Nelson
Sep 14, 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


Avoiding the injury-reinjury cycle
Are you sick of recurring injuries? The greatest risk factor for future running injury is.... previous running injury
Luke Nelson
Sep 7, 20211 min read


Rehab exercises for hamstring tendinopathy
Rehab exercises should form the cornerstone of the treatment of hamstring tendinopathy. In this blog, we cover some exercise options
Luke Nelson
Sep 2, 20212 min read


Hamstring tendinopathy: How's your strength?
Strength deficits in the hamstrings are often seen in those with hamstring tendinopathy. In this blog, we discuss strength testing.
Luke Nelson
Sep 2, 20211 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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