Why can running longer lead to a faster speed on race day? The long run is a critical session that should not be left out of any runner’s weekly training program because it is effective in improving your run speed. I believe that if you’re only going to run once in a week, then the […]
ITB Friction Syndrome (also known as runner’s knee) is a common overuse injury that involves pain being produced on the outside of the knee. It is usually associated with activities that involve repetitive bending and straightening of the knee, such as running and cycling. The Iliotibial band is a thick band of fascia that runs […]
The world has become so high-paced and technology driven, that the majority of people cannot just ‘go for a run’. They have their headphones in, listening to high intensity music or a metronome to pick up their cadence in order run through the city, so they can cut out the noise of traffic, their heavy […]
The ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) is a ligament enclosed within the knee, attaching at the medial portion of the lateral femoral condyle (thigh bone) and anterior tibia (shin bone). The ACL provides stability to the knee, preventing the tibia from sliding forward relative to the femur and more importantly, provides rotational stability for pivoting. ACL […]
Muscle Strains and Tears A strain or tear in a muscle occurs when some or all the fibres fail to cope with the demands placed upon them. Muscles commonly affected are hamstring (posterior thigh), quadriceps (anterior thigh) and gastrocnemius (calf muscle). This is typically because these muscles cross two joints and therefore are more susceptible […]
Achilles tendinopathy is characterised by pain in the Achilles tendon which is located at the back of the ankle. Pain can be felt during the aggravating activity, but often has a 12-24 (and sometimes 48) hour delay, with pain often felt the morning after the inciting activity. Achilles tendinopathy typically occurs when the tendon is […]
The Run Down on Shoe Choice Despite the significant developments in shoe technology providing greater stability, traction, shock absorption and varying type of material, minimalist shoes have become popular due to ‘less is better’. However please take care in determining whether minimalist is appropriate for you, and also if they are suitable for you then […]
By David Halpin As most would know from back at school biology class, the body is like a machine which requires energy to run it. Running at different speeds involves a greater proportion of specific energy systems. If specific training is carried out, the specific energy system will be improved. The energy systems can be […]