I’m lucky to work closely with an excellent sports podiatrist, Ian Griffiths (@Sports_Pod). In addition to specialising in foot biomechanics, Ian appreciates the importance of […]
Running Shoe Selection: How to Make an Educated Decision
ITB Syndrome Rehab: Running Step Width Modification
Research suggests that modification of step width has the potential to positively influence ITB strain and strain rate, as well as hip adduction and internal rotation – all of which are factors which have been linked prospectively to the development of ITBS in runners.
Priscah Jeptoo Running Technique Analysis
We discuss the unique running style of Priscah Jeptoo. How can she have such an inefficient looking running technique yet remain injury free and run so fast…?
Can We Define ‘Perfect’ Running Form?
From a coaching stand-point, is there one model of running form which all of our athletes should aspire to achieve? Current running research poses as many questions as it answers…
Bernd Heinrich: Why We Run
Bernd Heinrich is a retired Comparative Physiologist and Professor living in a log cabin in the woods of Western Maine. He has held numerous running records throughout his life and has committed much of his time to the study of the natural world. His passion for running, and movement in general comes across so strongly in the interview.
Pace Judgement: An Important Running Skill
Often, and I speak from bitter experience, we see runners in difficulty as a race evolves and this is very as a result of poor […]