Running Science owner, Fletch, gets some tips on how to improve his single leg squat to deal with his sore knees. This is because often a poor single leg squat is in an indicator that something is wrong with your running technique. Correcting this will protect you...
Cross-training is defined as an exercise regime that uses several modes or approaches of training to develop a specific component of fitness. It can be any sport, activity or exercise that is used to supplement your main sport. The benefits of cross-training include:...
Many athletes shy away from strength training, such as lifting weights, due to a fear it will make them bulk up. However, this is far from the truth and this myth prevents many individuals from becoming faster, fitter and stronger. Women do not have the necessary...
Use the above/below the neck rule. If your symptoms are above the neck such as a runny nose, sneezing or sore throat, you can run. Just take it easy and don’t do any intense workouts. Be sure to be aware of any symptoms such as dizziness, nausea or profuse sweating....
Running with worn-out shoes can increase the stress and impact on your legs and joints, leading to injury. Don’t use the treads or sole of your running shoes to determine when to replace your shoes. The midsole which provides the cushioning and stability is usually...
Gluteus Medius is a palm-shaped muscle on the side of the hip. It’s also known as the runner’s muscle and is the most important muscle for runners with knee pain. Strengthening the Glut Medius will prevent injury and make you a more efficient runner. In this video...
You’re in the middle of an important training run or race when you get a cramp, blister or stitch. Here’s how to run around these setbacks: Issue: muscle cramp Recovery plan: stop running and apply pressure to the muscle. Press firmly for 15 seconds – don’t massage....
What are shin splints? Shin splints are a common lower extremity injury, characterised by pain in the front or inside aspect of the lower leg due to overexertion of the muscles. The pain usually develops gradually without a history of trauma and might begin as a dull...
More than 90% of marathon runners’ heel strike. Running style According to a study published in the International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 93% of runners at the 2011 Milwaukee Lakefront Marathon were heel strikers. There were almost 2,000 runners...
