After my MRI showed a cartilage and bone injury, I stopped thinking about rehab as simply “strengthening the knee” and started asking a better question: what does this exercise actually load? In this blog, I explain how research on patellofemoral compression and knee joint loading helped guide my rehab decisions, from reducing swelling and restoring range to gradually earning back stairs, squats, hops and running.

Research suggests meaningful strength gains can occur with as little as one session per week. Learn how much strength training runners really need and how to balance it with running performance.

Runners: Want to hold strong through the final miles of your race? A new study shows that adding just 2 strength sessions per week for 10 weeks can help you finish strong.

How much plyometric work is enough to reap the benefits without risking injury? Let’s dive in!

Plyos are a game-changer for runners, boosting power, agility & efficiency. But timing matters! When’s the best time to jump in?

Strong calves & Achilles start from the ground up! Don't overlook your feet—proper foot function is key to injury prevention & performance

Boost your jumps & hops with this simple ankle tip

Runners, why should you include plyometrics in your program?

Want bigger, stronger calves? It’s not just about going full range-going deep in calf raises might be the secret to max muscle growth!

Struggling to fit strength training into your routine? Superset exercises save time, keep you moving, & boost performance! Here's how

In this blog we discuss the two essentials when performing calf raises to develop a strong Achilles tendon

One mistake we frequently observe runners making in the gym is using insufficient weight during exercises. Try this simple test!

Most runners know they should incorporate strength training into their routines, yet many still avoid it. Why is that?

Shod or barefoot for plyometrics? Let's explore their impact on performance

Runners benefit from strength training, but timing matters. Wait for the right moment to incorporate it into your routine. Here's when.

Explore how strength training transforms running. Recent studies unravel its impact on speed and efficiency, reshaping the runner's journey

Strong feet are important for runners to absorb impact forces and efficiently propel us forward, here's one way to strengthen them!

Strength training for runners is pivotal for performance & injury prevention. So when should you do it?

Most of us think that strength training can potentially play a role in injury prevention, but what does the research say?

Attention all runners! Let's address a common mistake many of us make when it comes to strength training: not lifting hard enough