https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-injuries-over-40 https://img.youtube.com/vi/X6ABjMEhuZ4/hqdefault.jpg Running Injuries Over 40: How to Prevent and Recover Smarter Running injuries over 40 don't have to derail your training. Here's exactly how to prevent, manage, and recover from the injuries that hit masters runners hardest. https://www.youtube.com/embed/X6ABjMEhuZ4 2026-02-26T22:52:51.629Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/knee-pain-after-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/K3HxB6rAeDo/hqdefault.jpg Knee Pain After Running: Causes, Fixes and When to Worry Knee pain after running? Discover the 6 most common causes, proven fixes, and exactly when to see a physio. Expert advice from a UK running coach with 20+ years experience. https://www.youtube.com/embed/K3HxB6rAeDo 2026-02-26T00:19:30.816Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-with-gluteal-tendinopathy https://img.youtube.com/vi/P3Mmk1D8I6A/hqdefault.jpg Running with Gluteal Tendinopathy: 10 Tips That Actually Work Running with gluteal tendinopathy? Learn how to manage lateral hip pain, fix your gait, and get back to full training with this evidence-based coach's guide. https://www.youtube.com/embed/P3Mmk1D8I6A 2026-02-25T22:28:38.177Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/stretches-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/55lIJj81v94/hqdefault.jpg Stretches for Runners: 15 Best Stretches to Run Strong The 15 best stretches for runners, when to do them, and how to avoid the mistakes that actually cause injuries. Improve flexibility, recover faster, and keep running for years to come. https://www.youtube.com/embed/55lIJj81v94 2026-02-25T09:42:28.821Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/run-longer-without-getting-tired https://img.youtube.com/vi/5B1LxT_6GW0/hqdefault.jpg How to Run Longer Without Getting Tired: 10 Proven Tips Want to run longer without getting tired? James Dunne shares 10 proven endurance tips to help you run stronger for longer. Start building stamina today. https://www.youtube.com/embed/5B1LxT_6GW0 2021-10-27T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/30-minute-running-distance https://img.youtube.com/vi/oLFTyzeS6O0/hqdefault.jpg How Far Should I Run in 30 Minutes? If you're wondering how far you should be able to run in 30 minutes, we've got the answer for you. Learn how to improve your running fitness and run a 30 minute 5K in 12 weeks. https://www.youtube.com/embed/oLFTyzeS6O0 2021-10-26T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/marathon-3-runs-per-week https://img.youtube.com/vi/5tabss1Iye0/hqdefault.jpg Can You Train for a Marathon with 3 Runs Per Week? You can train for a marathon with only 3 runs per week if you follow this simple marathon training plan. Running 3 times weekly will give you more flexibility in your schedule and helps many runners to prevent running injuries when marathon training. https://www.youtube.com/embed/5tabss1Iye0 2021-10-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/calf-strain-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/XxOkE8cCbzs/hqdefault.jpg Can You Run With a Calf Strain? Do not run with a calf strain. Running with a calf strain is a bad idea, as you may make the injury worse. You must give the calf muscle time to heal properly. Running too soon after a calf strain increases the potential for further damage to the injured muscle tissue. https://www.youtube.com/embed/XxOkE8cCbzs 2021-09-26T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/prevent-running-knee-pain https://img.youtube.com/vi/sfF4f-QGRn8/hqdefault.jpg 10 Powerful Tips to Prevent Knee Pain when Running How to prevent knee pain when running. I've got ten simple tips for you which will help you to prevent Runner's Knee and continue to run pain free. This advice will help you to build stronger knees for running and keep you injury free. https://www.youtube.com/embed/sfF4f-QGRn8 2021-09-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/ankle-sprain-recovery-time https://img.youtube.com/vi/fsMgBQH25x0/hqdefault.jpg How Long Does a Sprained Ankle Last? Mild ankle sprains usually only last 2-3 weeks. However, a moderately sprained ankle can take 6-12 weeks to recover enough for full running training. Severe ankle sprains which require surgery may take up to 6 months for full post-operative recovery and return to sport. https://www.youtube.com/embed/fsMgBQH25x0 2021-09-20T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/quad-strain-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/dYbvaHyKKWI/hqdefault.jpg Can You Run with a Quad Strain? If you've sustained a severe quadriceps muscle strain, the answer to whether or not you can continue to run will be pretty obvious. The pain that comes with ... https://www.youtube.com/embed/dYbvaHyKKWI 2021-08-10T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/plantar-fasciitis-recovery-time https://img.youtube.com/vi/pI1bzbF6VCU/hqdefault.jpg How Long Does Plantar Fasciitis Last? How long does plantar fasciitis last? Plantar fasciitis is both painful and frustrating, if you're currently suffering from this type of heel pain, understanding the typical recovery time will help you to overcome the problem. https://www.youtube.com/embed/pI1bzbF6VCU 2021-08-09T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/anterior-compartment-syndrome-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/toNEQmucN30/hqdefault.jpg Can You Run with Anterior Compartment Syndrome? If you've been diagnosed with Anterior Compartment Syndrome, you might be wondering if you can run with this lower leg injury. In this article I describe what you can do to run with Anterior Compartment Syndrome safely. https://www.youtube.com/embed/toNEQmucN30 2021-06-20T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/inguinal-hernia-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/jtqG2wzHZEA/hqdefault.jpg Can You Run with an Inguinal Hernia? Can you run with an inguinal hernia? You should not run with an inguinal hernia. Running with an inguinal hernia may not cause you pain, but it does potentially increase the risk of a strangulated hernia, which would be a medical emergency. https://www.youtube.com/embed/jtqG2wzHZEA 2021-06-17T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/gluteal-tendinopathy-recovery-time https://img.youtube.com/vi/uyYyB7eXAhs/hqdefault.jpg How Long Does It Take To Recover From Gluteal Tendinopathy? Learn how long it takes to recover from gluteal tendinopathy, and simple steps you can take to recover from this hip injury and return to running pain free. https://www.youtube.com/embed/uyYyB7eXAhs 2021-05-19T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-with-extensor-tendonitis https://img.youtube.com/vi/rjjtppJmhUM/hqdefault.jpg Running with Extensor Tendonitis Although running with extensor tendonitis will be painful, runners like you and me often want to know whether or not we can continue to run with extensor tendonitis. https://www.youtube.com/embed/rjjtppJmhUM 2021-03-24T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-sprained-ankle https://img.youtube.com/vi/w9NLjp4WJP0/hqdefault.jpg Can You Run with a Sprained Ankle? Sprained your ankle and wondering if you can keep running? Here's exactly when it's safe to run, when to rest, and how to recover faster. https://www.youtube.com/embed/w9NLjp4WJP0 2021-03-14T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-with-achilles-tendonitis https://img.youtube.com/vi/6gicQD76vyg/hqdefault.jpg Can You Run with Achilles Tendonitis? Running with achilles tendonitis may be painful, but runners like you and I often want to know if we can continue to run through achilles tendonitis, or if rest from running is required for the achilles tendon to heal. https://www.youtube.com/embed/6gicQD76vyg 2020-10-14T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/how-to-start-running-after-a-long-break https://img.youtube.com/vi/Eygo2yGfGGg/hqdefault.jpg How to Start Running After a Long Break How plan a successful return to running. If you're looking to start running after a long break, be sure to follow this free training plan and essential tips. https://www.youtube.com/embed/Eygo2yGfGGg 2020-10-11T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-footstrike https://img.youtube.com/vi/UCC2pHU-X8E/hqdefault.jpg Proper Running Foot Strike for Every Type of Runner Learn how your foot should land when running, and what proper running foot strike looks like. Improve your running technique so you can run injury free. https://www.youtube.com/embed/UCC2pHU-X8E 2020-04-30T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/kenenisa-bekele-running-technique https://img.youtube.com/vi/i_Yk6u23h_U/hqdefault.jpg 5 Ways You Can Run Like Kenenisa Bekele: Running Technique Analysis Kenenisa Bekele's running form is one of the many things that makes him an all-time great marathon runner. In this running technique analysis video, I'll show you how you can improve your running form by studying how Bekele runs. Learn to run like Kenenisa Bekele in five steps. https://www.youtube.com/embed/i_Yk6u23h_U 2020-04-11T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/ankle-strengthening-exercises https://img.youtube.com/vi/24ih4Df1KgU/hqdefault.jpg 10-Minute Ankle Strengthening Routine for Runners Follow along with this ten-minute routine of ankle strengthening exercises to build strength in your ankles and lower legs. This ankle strengthening routine is perfect for injury rehab after ankle sprains and other ankle injuries. https://www.youtube.com/embed/24ih4Df1KgU 2020-03-10T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/10-minute-core-workout-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/DogCKhYEMfc/hqdefault.jpg 10 Minute Core Workout for Runners Follow this 10-minute core workout for runners to build strength for running, and prevent injuries. No equipment is needed for this core routine, you can build core strength at home. https://www.youtube.com/embed/DogCKhYEMfc 2020-02-19T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-with-peroneal-tendonitis https://img.youtube.com/vi/SqgUhFxnyBI/hqdefault.jpg Running with Peroneal Tendonitis Although running with peroneal tendonitis will be painful, runners like you and me often want to know whether or not we can continue to run with peroneal tendonitis. https://www.youtube.com/embed/SqgUhFxnyBI 2020-01-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/is-forefoot-running-better-for-your-knees https://img.youtube.com/vi/wuBLkKnNKm4/hqdefault.jpg Is Forefoot Running Better for Your Knees? Forefoot running reduces the rate of the initial impact that your knees have to absorb as the foot strikes the ground. However, the other side of the trade-off is that more loading is placed upon your calf muscles and Achilles tendon. Let’s take a closer look. https://www.youtube.com/embed/wuBLkKnNKm4 2020-01-17T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/four-essential-glute-exercises-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/uyYyB7eXAhs/hqdefault.jpg Four Essential Glute Exercises for Runners Glute exercises like the four featured in this bodyweight workout help to prevent running injuries and make you a stronger runner. Download the free PDF https://www.youtube.com/embed/uyYyB7eXAhs 2020-01-07T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/cortisone-injections-for-runners-knee-heres-what-you-need-to-know https://img.youtube.com/vi/QmMGwQb8lig/hqdefault.jpg Cortisone Injections for Runner's Knee? Here's What You Need to Know... If your physiotherapist or doctor is suggesting a steroid injection for runner's knee, there are few things you need to know. Brad Neal discusses injection therapy for patellofemoral pain syndrome. https://www.youtube.com/embed/QmMGwQb8lig 2019-12-21T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/eliud-kipchoge-running-technique https://img.youtube.com/vi/andAaS6Lyc8/hqdefault.jpg 5 Ways You Can Run Like Eliud Kipchoge: Running Technique Analysis Eliud Kipchoge's running technique is one of the many things that makes him the greatest marathon runner of all time. In this running analysis video, I'll show you how you can improve your running form by studying how Kipchoge runs. Learn to run like Eliud Kipchoge in five steps. https://www.youtube.com/embed/andAaS6Lyc8 2019-10-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/orthotics-runners-knee https://img.youtube.com/vi/z-Z_SxTedJ0/hqdefault.jpg Do Orthotics Work for Runner's Knee? Do orthotics work for runner's knee? In the treatment of patellofemoral pain syndrome, foot orthotics can be an effective option to help reduce pain and facilitate rehabilitation. https://www.youtube.com/embed/z-Z_SxTedJ0 2019-09-30T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/can-you-run-with-iliotibial-band-syndrome https://img.youtube.com/vi/2fkXcVrx7y8/hqdefault.jpg Running with Iliotibial Band Syndrome: What You Need to Know Can you keep running with iliotibial band syndrome? Get the honest answer, plus a proven 4-step plan to recover faster and protect your marathon training. https://www.youtube.com/embed/2fkXcVrx7y8 2019-07-01T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/how-to-use-glutes-when-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/OKlDrCMyddM/hqdefault.jpg How to Engage Your Glutes When Running (Complete Guide) Learn how to engage your glutes when running with this coach's guide. Fix weak glute activation, correct posture, and improve your running form today. https://www.youtube.com/embed/OKlDrCMyddM 2019-06-29T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/two-marathons-in-a-month https://img.youtube.com/vi/s3-eWlYnzfI/hqdefault.jpg How to Run Two Marathons in a Month If you're wondering how to run two marathons in two or three weeks, this guide will help you train for the challenge. Learn how to recover between marathons and how you should be training. https://www.youtube.com/embed/s3-eWlYnzfI 2019-06-04T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/what-does-patellofemoral-pain-syndrome-feel-like https://img.youtube.com/vi/NQOZZgh5z8I/hqdefault.jpg What Does Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Feel Like? Learn what the symptoms of patellofemoral pain syndrome feel like, and what kinds of activity to avoid. If you understand runner's knee, you will be able to recover faster. https://www.youtube.com/embed/NQOZZgh5z8I 2019-05-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/can-you-train-for-a-marathon-on-a-treadmill https://img.youtube.com/vi/RMZwXdw9LxY/hqdefault.jpg Can You Train for a Marathon on a Treadmill? Can you train for a marathon on a treadmill? You can use a treadmill for marathon training. Learn how to use incline for marathon training. https://www.youtube.com/embed/RMZwXdw9LxY 2019-04-30T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/shin-splints-low-back-pain-hamstring-injuries-more https://img.youtube.com/vi/kQSA9yCcg4s/hqdefault.jpg Shin Splints, Low Back Pain, Hamstring Injuries & More... A few weeks ago, I sat down with Anna from The Running Channel to answer questions about running injuries, that had been submitted by their subscribers. https://www.youtube.com/embed/kQSA9yCcg4s 2019-04-13T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/how-to-train-for-a-marathon https://img.youtube.com/vi/kI79u0ym8yM/hqdefault.jpg How to Train for Your First Marathon In this guide, you will learn how to train for a marathon. I'll share lots of marathon training tips and answer the question: how long does it take to train for a marathon. https://www.youtube.com/embed/kI79u0ym8yM 2019-03-19T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/three-marathon-training-mistakes-to-avoid https://img.youtube.com/vi/Nv51vO2yS3I/hqdefault.jpg Three Marathon Training Mistakes to Avoid for Race Day Success I want to share a few marathon training mistakes that you need to avoid, if you're going to reach your running goals in the new year. It’s always really exciting at this time of year to look ahead to our running goals for the spring! For many of us, these goals are going to involve a spring marathon https://www.youtube.com/embed/Nv51vO2yS3I 2018-12-15T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/stronger-glutes-running-injury-risk https://img.youtube.com/vi/pHaQJYR2Rkw/hqdefault.jpg Does Having Stronger Glutes Really Reduce Your Risk of Runner's Knee? If you listen to most physios, having a strong set of butt muscles comes with many positives; perhaps the most important being a lower risk of running injury. https://www.youtube.com/embed/pHaQJYR2Rkw 2018-09-20T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/glute-march https://img.youtube.com/vi/necgYKSpy1s/hqdefault.jpg Glute March Exercise & Test for Hip Stability Here's a quick and easy exercise you can use to first assess, and then if needs be improve your hip stability and glute function. These are both such important factors for us runners! https://www.youtube.com/embed/necgYKSpy1s 2018-07-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/how-to-start-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/ePCbA0Hsaos/hqdefault.jpg How to Start Running Wondering how to start running? Download this beginners' running plan and follow our running tips for beginners. Running shoes for beginners and running technique tips are all covered here. https://www.youtube.com/embed/ePCbA0Hsaos 2018-03-23T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/review-run-or-die-by-kilian-jornet https://img.youtube.com/vi/7eVBrMcflDE/hqdefault.jpg Review: Run or Die by Kilian Jornet Kilian Jornet is one of my biggest idols on the running scene. He has an ability to push himself beyond any normal capacity. Having no fear whilst doing so on top of a mountain range inspires me every day to not give up when things seem tough! https://www.youtube.com/embed/7eVBrMcflDE 2018-03-23T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/review-eat-run-by-scott-jurek https://img.youtube.com/vi/nrJLK2qfsTs/hqdefault.jpg Review: Eat and Run - My Unlikely Journey to Ultramarathon Greatness by Scott Jurek Eating and running, two of my favourite things in one book? It must be good! I've followed Scott Jurek for a while now, especially from a nutritional perspective. Being a vegan, I always look for different recipes and ways to combine veganism with my running. In addition, with Scott Jurek being an u https://www.youtube.com/embed/nrJLK2qfsTs 2018-01-16T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/bulgarian-split-squat-gym-ball-variation https://img.youtube.com/vi/R17K_AbE08s/hqdefault.jpg Bulgarian Split Squat - Gym Ball Variation Here's a variation of the split squat which places more emphasis on loading the front leg, while using a gym ball. The ball provides a little bit of balance for the rear leg, without giving it a stable enough platform to compensate through. The Bulgarian split squat is a great option for progressing a split squat, before moving-on to a single leg squat. Give it a go, and let me know how you get on! https://www.youtube.com/embed/R17K_AbE08s 2017-12-15T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/working-with-here-technologies-to-make-running-data-more-engaging https://img.youtube.com/vi/YzutubCrWiU/hqdefault.jpg Working with HERE Technologies to Make Running Data More Engaging The short video above explains HERE’s #mybeautifulrun project, and what I was participating in as part of HERE’s group of 50 tracked runners, sharing real-time data throughout the marathon. 
Each of us tracked runners wore a smartwatch loaded with HERE’s tracking software, which enabled their team to receive our individual data on the run and turn it into a meaningful visualisation. https://www.youtube.com/embed/YzutubCrWiU 2017-09-26T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/behind-the-scenes-at-iaaf-world-championships-2017-part-2 https://img.youtube.com/vi/ZxwvINmju9I/hqdefault.jpg Behind the Scenes at IAAF World Championships 2017 [Part 2] The action in the morning session started at a blistering pace with the Women's Heptathlon 100m Hurdles heats on the track and Men's Shot Put qualification on the field. I then made my way back across to the warm-up track to spend a little while observing the warm-up routines athletes of different disciplines were using. https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZxwvINmju9I 2017-08-06T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/great-calf-stretch-to-target-different-areas-of-the-lower-leg https://img.youtube.com/vi/fEbF7Qb5vgM/hqdefault.jpg Super Targeted Calf Stretch for Runners This is one of the best calf stretches for runners to relieve tightness in the lower leg. In the video above, I’m going to show you my favourite calf stretch to target tightness in the various different areas of your calf region. https://www.youtube.com/embed/fEbF7Qb5vgM 2017-03-31T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/shalane-flanagan-elite-distance-runner-in-slow-motion https://img.youtube.com/vi/Zy1YGuhgxaw/hqdefault.jpg Shalane Flanagan: Elite Distance Runner in Slow Motion In this video, I want to look at what makes Olympic medalist, four-time Olympian, American record holder, and world-class marathoner Shalane Flanagan such an efficient runner… and give some cues for how you can work on your own running technique to develop a more effective, efficient stride. https://www.youtube.com/embed/Zy1YGuhgxaw 2017-03-28T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/two-tips-to-master-single-leg-squats-improve-knee-control https://img.youtube.com/vi/Npz-kOxdy9I/hqdefault.jpg Two Tips to Master Single Leg Squats - Improve Knee Control Using a single leg squat as an example, the aim should be to keep the patella (or kneecap) pointing forwards throughout the movement. However what we often see when stability at the hip and/or ankle is inadequate, is that the knee drifts inwards towards the midline, into a knee valgus, or knock-kneed position. https://www.youtube.com/embed/Npz-kOxdy9I 2017-03-23T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/tight-calves-simple-foam-rolling-technique https://img.youtube.com/vi/TwcJKZFTqJw/hqdefault.jpg Tight Calf Muscles? Try This Soleus Foam Rolling Technique In this video, I’m going to show you a simple calf foam rolling technique you can use to relieve tightness in your soleus muscles. https://www.youtube.com/embed/TwcJKZFTqJw 2017-03-21T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/mirinda-carfrae-running-in-slow-motion https://img.youtube.com/vi/Ox12RumJo3E/hqdefault.jpg Mirinda Carfrae: Running in Slow Motion Today I want to take a look at some great footage that coach Mat Steinmetz has provided featuring pro triathlete Mirinda Carfrae on a one hour training run after a 100 mile bike session. https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ox12RumJo3E 2017-03-17T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/single-leg-deadlift-exercise-glute-training-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/F265xoevqrY/hqdefault.jpg Single Leg Deadlift Exercise: Glute Training for Runners Single leg exercises are of huge benefit not just to us runners, but athletes of all types. Take something as fundamental as your running stride, you’re only ever supported on one leg or the other as you run… whether you’re running a marathon, or chasing after a ball in the outfield. https://www.youtube.com/embed/F265xoevqrY 2017-03-14T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/standing-glutes-exercise-resistance-band-clock-face-drill https://img.youtube.com/vi/-XRNsB1Nfy4/hqdefault.jpg Standing Glutes Exercise: Clock-Face Drill In this video, I'm going to show you a simple but super-effective resistance band exercise to target your glutes. Strengthening the hip region is so important for us runners. https://www.youtube.com/embed/-XRNsB1Nfy4 2017-03-04T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/trail-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/wYRUL0iwMAs/hqdefault.jpg Trail Running: Could it be Your Next Step? Trail running has boomed in popularity in recent years. A handful of years ago, it was a fairly obscure sport with a small but dedicated group of fans. Today, it is one of the fastest growing sectors of the running world, with new events popping up all over the globe, and big brand companies like Salomon and Hoka One One sponsoring race teams to travel the world. https://www.youtube.com/embed/wYRUL0iwMAs 2017-02-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/runners-knee-part-4 https://img.youtube.com/vi/C8MVnVxH2c8/hqdefault.jpg Can You Cure Runner’s Knee [Part 4] I really hope you've enjoyed the first 3 parts of our series exploring how to beat runner's knee. This short piece will cover the final part of our discussion: treatment adjuncts. https://www.youtube.com/embed/C8MVnVxH2c8 2016-12-24T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/muscle-strain-tear https://img.youtube.com/vi/P_sL1bA2Ce4/hqdefault.jpg What is a Muscle Strain or Tear? Have you ever wondered if that muscle pain you feel is a strain or micro-tear in the muscle, or a full rupture... Here's how to know the difference. https://www.youtube.com/embed/P_sL1bA2Ce4 2016-12-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/plantar-fasciitis-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/RRDokb1h4vk/hqdefault.jpg You have Plantar Fasciitis... Now what? Many people will try running with Plantar Fasciitis, with differing degrees of success. It has a tendency to become quite stubborn if not treated properly. https://www.youtube.com/embed/RRDokb1h4vk 2016-11-30T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-shin-splints https://img.youtube.com/vi/LAnvW_AZn-M/hqdefault.jpg Can You Run Through Shin Splints? Can you run with shin splints? It's important to understand the factors that cause shin pain and to know why running through shin splints is a bad idea! https://www.youtube.com/embed/LAnvW_AZn-M 2016-11-07T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/gait-re-training-for-runners-knee https://img.youtube.com/vi/pHyBakY-gMw/hqdefault.jpg Can You Cure Runner's Knee [Part 3] Physio Brad Neal discusses the role of running gait re-training in treating runners who suffer with patellofemoral pain. Running form can not be ignored. https://www.youtube.com/embed/pHyBakY-gMw 2016-10-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/are-you-at-risk-for-stress-fractures https://img.youtube.com/vi/Ohz1MSv6leU/hqdefault.jpg Are You at Risk of Stress Fractures? [Video] Leigh Boyle takes a look at some of the risk factors for runners to know about in terms of preventing stress fractures before they begin to become a problem https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ohz1MSv6leU 2016-10-18T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/how-to-stretch-after-running-video-tutorial https://img.youtube.com/vi/55lIJj81v94/hqdefault.jpg How to Stretch After Running - Video Tutorial Follow the running stretches in this video for an ideal set of cool down stretches in your post-run recovery. Stretch after running for injury prevention. https://www.youtube.com/embed/55lIJj81v94 2016-10-05T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/patellar-tendinitis-treatment https://img.youtube.com/vi/O2VkX1mWRUg/hqdefault.jpg What's the Best Treatment for Patellar Tendonitis? Learn if you can still run with patellar tendinitis. Follow these simple rehab exercises for patellar tendonitis (Jumper's Knee). https://www.youtube.com/embed/O2VkX1mWRUg 2016-10-04T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/hip-drop-running-gait-causes-fixes https://img.youtube.com/vi/YXB8O7oBNoI/hqdefault.jpg Hip Drop Running Gait: Causes & Solutions What causes a hip drop in running gait? These simple exercises and drills will help you correct your hip drop or trendelenburg gait. https://www.youtube.com/embed/YXB8O7oBNoI 2016-10-01T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/what-is-piriformis-syndrome https://img.youtube.com/vi/1YQa5wAFX8w/hqdefault.jpg What is Piriformis Syndrome? ...and What to do About it! What is Piriformis Syndrome? The symptoms include pain in the buttock region, tightness or loss of movement, tingling or pins and needles, and weakness or numbness which can sometimes radiate into the lower back and down the backs of your legs, as far as the toes. https://www.youtube.com/embed/1YQa5wAFX8w 2016-09-26T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/three-adductor-strength-exercises-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/VaDL_zBnFlY/hqdefault.jpg Three Adductor Strength Exercises for Runners In this video I show you three adductor strength exercises to build strength in the adductors and groin region. These exercises are great for anybody who has suffered a groin strain or adductor injury. https://www.youtube.com/embed/VaDL_zBnFlY 2016-09-21T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/returning-to-exercise-after-childbirth-part-2 https://img.youtube.com/vi/EPOscJNT6FY/hqdefault.jpg Returning to Exercise after Childbirth [Part 2] First things first: It is important to consult your midwife or doctor if you have any questions and to never attempt anything that causes pain. Vigorous exercise should be avoided until bleeding has stopped and you have had a 6-8 week post-natal check by midwife or doctor. https://www.youtube.com/embed/EPOscJNT6FY 2016-09-12T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/iliotibial-band-syndrome-prevention-is-better-than-cure https://img.youtube.com/vi/ZCeVtc8ciDs/hqdefault.jpg Iliotibial Band Syndrome: Prevention is Better than Cure Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) is one of the most common and debilitating injuries that runners can suffer. Why does this issue seem so difficult to fix? A https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZCeVtc8ciDs 2016-09-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/foam-rolling-for-itb-syndrome-yes-or-no https://img.youtube.com/vi/dqR1onH8mAg/hqdefault.jpg IT Band Foam Roller Exercises - Video Tutorial - IT Band Stretches Iliotibial band syndrome hurts. Previously it was thought a tight IT band caused the knee pain, foam roller exercises can help more than IT Band Stretches https://www.youtube.com/embed/dqR1onH8mAg 2016-08-14T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/how-to-run-with-relaxed-shoulders https://img.youtube.com/vi/s2AWw9oJi_A/hqdefault.jpg How to Run with Relaxed Shoulders When it comes to running technique, one of the questions I'm often asked is how to run without getting tense and tight through the shoulders and neck region. In today's new video, I share a number of tips you can use when you next run to help you run without shoulder and neck pain. https://www.youtube.com/embed/s2AWw9oJi_A 2016-08-13T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/quick-tips-for-running-technique-assessment https://img.youtube.com/vi/Erd0uyu03go/hqdefault.jpg Quick Tips for Running Technique Assessment Running technique is individual from one person to another. If you ever get a chance to see a video of yourself, or another athlete running, use the tips in this video to assess whether or not you're overstriding, and how your effective your stride pattern is. https://www.youtube.com/embed/Erd0uyu03go 2016-08-13T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/sartorius-strength-exercise https://img.youtube.com/vi/qSV9jWeYVEY/hqdefault.jpg How to Strengthen the Sartorius Muscle Strengthening the sartorius muscle, requires the combined movements of hip flexion, abduction, and external rotation. Resistance band exercises allow you to work the sartorius muscle through its range of movement, and build strength. https://www.youtube.com/embed/qSV9jWeYVEY 2016-06-15T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/lateral-cross-over-lunges-for-stronger-glutes https://img.youtube.com/vi/KAc-XRM3gQQ/hqdefault.jpg Lateral & Cross-Over Lunges for Stronger Glutes Think of this way, the stronger you become in the frontal and transverse planes of motion - movements occurring side to side and into rotation - the better you can focus your running efforts on moving forwards efficiently. https://www.youtube.com/embed/KAc-XRM3gQQ 2016-04-24T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/wall-sit-exercise-to-build-leg-strength https://img.youtube.com/vi/PYva1ogC49s/hqdefault.jpg Wall Sit Exercise to Build Leg Strength If you’re looking for a simple exercise to help you build leg strength, then check out the Wall Sit. It’s harder than it looks! https://www.youtube.com/embed/PYva1ogC49s 2016-04-14T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/norwich-parkrun https://img.youtube.com/vi/_450VWPKk6U/hqdefault.jpg Norwich Parkrun Norwich parkrun is a free weekly 5km running event at Eaton Park. In this review, I share information about the parkrun route, car parking, details for new runners and whether you can take dogs to parkrun. https://www.youtube.com/embed/_450VWPKk6U 2016-04-10T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/stability-ball-hamstring-curl https://img.youtube.com/vi/lTN5IRStP4I/hqdefault.jpg Stability Ball Hamstring Curl Learn how to perform the Stability Ball Hamstring Curl: The start position for this hamstring strengthening exercise involves you laying on your back with both heels and the bottom of your calf muscles on the ball. You may want to put your elbows on the ground beside you to provide stability here, as you proceed to engage your core, clench your butt and lift your hips off the floor. https://www.youtube.com/embed/lTN5IRStP4I 2016-04-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/foam-rolling-the-glute-muscles https://img.youtube.com/vi/lXGnSJ63_vM/hqdefault.jpg Foam Rolling the Glute Muscles Learn simple foam roller techniques to release your gluteal muscles. Try this glute foam rolling routine for runners. Follow the video tutorial for full instructions. https://www.youtube.com/embed/lXGnSJ63_vM 2016-04-05T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/lower-back-stretches-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/vi-F1Ga2X9Q/hqdefault.jpg Lower Back Stretches for Runners Five of the best lower back stretches for runners. Perfect for any runners with back pain. Learn how to relieve lowerback pain when running. https://www.youtube.com/embed/vi-F1Ga2X9Q 2016-04-02T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/strength-imbalance-training-your-weaker-side https://img.youtube.com/vi/7Qy90pMU3OI/hqdefault.jpg Strength Imbalance: Training Your Weaker Side When performing various exercises, if it feels like there's a strength imbalance and your right side is stronger, or more stable than the left, this is something you might want to work on https://www.youtube.com/embed/7Qy90pMU3OI 2016-03-29T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/side-plank-exercise-core-strength-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/NhfZ2hZ2sIY/hqdefault.jpg Side Plank Exercise: Core Strength for Runners The side plank exercise is a brilliant way to build core strength in a way that targets one of the common weak links in distance runners; lateral strength in the hips and torso. https://www.youtube.com/embed/NhfZ2hZ2sIY 2016-03-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/split-squats-building-leg-strength-for-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/fFRsP4UqEFE/hqdefault.jpg Split Squats: Building Leg Strength for Running Split Squats provide a great way of both building strength and stability for runners, but also working on increasing stride length. Learn how with our video tutorial https://www.youtube.com/embed/fFRsP4UqEFE 2016-03-17T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/single-leg-bridge-glute-exercise-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/zxolxwA-g4Q/hqdefault.jpg Single Leg Bridge: Glute Exercise for Runners In this video, I demonstrate and explain how I get my runners to perform a single leg bridge. Clearly this is a progression from the typical double leg version commonly used to work on glute activation and build basic hip strength https://www.youtube.com/embed/zxolxwA-g4Q 2016-03-13T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/runners-knee-exercises-10-minute-rehab-routine https://img.youtube.com/vi/4uzEdbHS7H0/hqdefault.jpg Runner’s Knee Exercises: 10 Minute Rehab Routine In this quick video, I demonstrate three runner’s knee exercises. Some of the rehab exercises we use to help runners fix knee pain and return to running. https://www.youtube.com/embed/4uzEdbHS7H0 2016-03-04T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/runners-knee-reviewing-the-research https://img.youtube.com/vi/oLEftlKeBEo/hqdefault.jpg Runner's Knee: Reviewing the Research If you are a patient with Runner's Knee and you are not getting better, ask yourself this: Has anyone looked at you run? If not, ask why not... https://www.youtube.com/embed/oLEftlKeBEo 2016-02-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/strength-training-for-distance-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/AspAz3u3Ye0/hqdefault.jpg Strength Training for Runners: The Complete Guide to Running Stronger and Injury-Free Discover how strength training for runners prevents injury, boosts performance and builds a more resilient body. James Dunne's complete coaching guide. https://www.youtube.com/embed/AspAz3u3Ye0 2016-01-16T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/junk-miles-running-form-qa-video https://img.youtube.com/vi/_lFG3I9_5EA/hqdefault.jpg Junk Miles & Running Form [Q&A Video] You guys have been asking me to do a Q&A video for some time now, so here goes...! I asked our Facebook audience for questions and a couple of recurring topics were running technique and marathon training, particularly regarding 'junk miles'. In today's video I discuss these two topics in a little more detail. https://www.youtube.com/embed/_lFG3I9_5EA 2015-11-28T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/figure-4-piriformis-stretch-hip-mobility https://img.youtube.com/vi/1YQa5wAFX8w/hqdefault.jpg Figure 4 Piriformis Stretch for Sciatica & Buttock Pain In this figure 4 piriformis stretch video, I demonstrate a couple of simple techniques to stretch the piriformis muscle of the hip and relieve pain. This is perfect for sciatica. https://www.youtube.com/embed/1YQa5wAFX8w 2015-11-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/knee-stability-exercise-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/i1UOPmNYEbs/hqdefault.jpg Knee Stability Exercise for Runners In the video above, I demonstrate one a simple tweak we use to make single leg squats more effective as an exercise to help runners improve dynamic knee control. https://www.youtube.com/embed/i1UOPmNYEbs 2015-11-24T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/glute-activation-exercise-for-stronger-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/iGM4YKxqgxQ/hqdefault.jpg Glute Activation Exercises for Runners: The Complete Warm-Up Guide Discover the best glute activation exercises for runners. Fire up your glutes before every run with this coach-approved warm-up routine. Prevent injury and run stronger. https://www.youtube.com/embed/iGM4YKxqgxQ 2015-11-21T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/how-to-foam-roll-tibialis-anterior-peroneal-muscles https://img.youtube.com/vi/IuSXcxgJt64/hqdefault.jpg How to Foam Roll Tibialis Anterior & Peroneal Muscles In this instalment of our series of how-to videos on foam rolling techniques, I demonstrate how to foam roll the muscles of the front and outsides of the shin, particularly tibialis anterior, the toe extensors and the peroneal muscles. https://www.youtube.com/embed/IuSXcxgJt64 2015-11-10T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/gluteus-maximus-stretch https://img.youtube.com/vi/1DB2FXMxlp0/hqdefault.jpg Gluteus Maximus Stretch In this video I spend a couple of minutes demonstrating my favourite stretch to target gluteus maximus. Try this stretch after your next long run. https://www.youtube.com/embed/1DB2FXMxlp0 2015-11-10T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/sartorius-stretch-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/PpEQkIFteyY/hqdefault.jpg How to Stretch the Sartorius Muscle Learn how to stretch the sartorius muscle. These sartorius stretch and strengthening exercises will ease tightness in the front of the thigh. https://www.youtube.com/embed/PpEQkIFteyY 2015-11-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/bodyweight-workout-for-runners-15-minute-blast https://img.youtube.com/vi/pofp2Wdf71s/hqdefault.jpg Bodyweight Workout for Runners - 15 Minute Blast The bodyweight workout for runners is perfect If you're short on time, or can't get to the gym to use any equipment! You can preform this https://www.youtube.com/embed/pofp2Wdf71s 2015-11-06T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/improve-balance https://img.youtube.com/vi/tSvVAjnhL-8/hqdefault.jpg Improve Your Balance Immediately with One Simple Tip How to improve your balance: Many of the runners I meet really struggle with poor balance. Use this simple technique to improve your balance. https://www.youtube.com/embed/tSvVAjnhL-8 2015-11-04T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/upper-back-pain-three-foam-roller-techniques https://img.youtube.com/vi/5BVmZb5A-IM/hqdefault.jpg Upper Back Pain: Three Foam Roller Techniques If you have suffered with shoulder pain, neck pain, or of course discomfort in the mid-to-upper back region it self, you’ll want to make sure you’re keeping on-top of mobility in this area, and the techniques we’re going to work on in today’s video will be ideal tools for the job! https://www.youtube.com/embed/5BVmZb5A-IM 2015-11-02T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-gait-analysis-terms-video https://img.youtube.com/vi/GBG90AIPGdg/hqdefault.jpg Running Gait Analysis: Distance Running Form & Gait Cycle Made Simple In this video on running gait analysis, learn how to assess running technique and understand the gait cycle fundamentals of running form in distance runners https://www.youtube.com/embed/GBG90AIPGdg 2015-10-19T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/what-causes-shin-splints-in-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/LAnvW_AZn-M/hqdefault.jpg Shin Splints: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Prevention What are shin splints? Learn what causes shin splints, and how to prevent this type of shin pain so that you can return to running pain-free. https://www.youtube.com/embed/LAnvW_AZn-M 2015-10-15T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/how-to-foam-roll-your-hamstrings https://img.youtube.com/vi/5kLMzCqnHZA/hqdefault.jpg How to Foam Roll Your Hamstrings The hamstrings muscle group is formed by three major muscles: semitendinosus, semimembranosus and biceps femoris. With little variations in our positioning on the foam roller, we can target each one https://www.youtube.com/embed/5kLMzCqnHZA 2015-09-03T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/how-to-run-downhill-faster-pain-free https://img.youtube.com/vi/yXyVEkrx-go/hqdefault.jpg 5 Tips to Perfect Your Downhill Running Technique Your downhill running technique is an important skill to master. Learning how to run downhill will save your knees and make you faster. https://www.youtube.com/embed/yXyVEkrx-go 2015-08-31T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/how-to-foam-roll-the-quadriceps-muscles https://img.youtube.com/vi/UsyAhd07HoA/hqdefault.jpg How to Foam Roll the Quadriceps Muscles Many of the runners I meet who suffer with knee pain find roam rolling helpful in improving the quality of your quads musculature. 'Tight' quadriceps muscles are often one of the factors we see in anterior knee pain amongst runners. https://www.youtube.com/embed/UsyAhd07HoA 2015-08-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/simple-glute-medius-exercise-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/R9ebXcXuMhw/hqdefault.jpg Simple Glute Medius Exercise for Runners The 'hip hitch' exercise is remarkably effective and simple when done well. However, it also has a couple of subtleties that need to be appreciated to get the most from the exercise and avoid using the wrong muscles. https://www.youtube.com/embed/R9ebXcXuMhw 2015-08-21T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/how-to-foam-roll-your-calf-muscles https://img.youtube.com/vi/98uo2EbNsb8/hqdefault.jpg How to Foam Roll Your Calf Muscles Calf pain and chronic tightness is such a common problem in runners. However this type of maintenance technique is hugely powerful in allowing runners to run without calf pain and maintain the condition of the muscles of the lower legs. https://www.youtube.com/embed/98uo2EbNsb8 2015-08-19T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/what-is-the-windlass-mechanism-of-the-foot https://img.youtube.com/vi/vzTdSXgTCsY/hqdefault.jpg What is The Windlass Mechanism of The Foot? The windlass mechanism of the foot is an important function involving the plantar fascia and allows for dynamic loading of the foot during gait. https://www.youtube.com/embed/vzTdSXgTCsY 2015-08-17T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/how-much-do-you-really-need-to-improve-running-form https://img.youtube.com/vi/w3ZulY_o_0Y/hqdefault.jpg How Much Do You Really Need to Improve Running Form? In this new episode of the video blog, I discuss a topic that we address early on in our coaching workshops: the concept of 'Minimum Effective Change'... https://www.youtube.com/embed/w3ZulY_o_0Y 2015-08-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/treadmill-pyramid-session-for-stronger-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/musq1as22d8/hqdefault.jpg Treadmill Pyramid Session for Stronger Running Generally speaking, I'm not the biggest fan of treadmill running. That said, I'm also a realist, and I appreciate that for some runners, occasionally circumstances dictate that a session on the treadmill is the most viable option! https://www.youtube.com/embed/musq1as22d8 2015-07-15T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/run-uphill-easier-faster-example-session-coaching-cues https://img.youtube.com/vi/dhkw06MXa6o/hqdefault.jpg Run Uphill Easier & Faster: Example Session & Coaching Cues I always maintain that hill running is one of the biggest ban g for your buck forms of training for runners. It helps athletes build strength-endurance and speed brilliantly. https://www.youtube.com/embed/dhkw06MXa6o 2015-06-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/runners-knee-or-something-else https://img.youtube.com/vi/5alCxh_dmvU/hqdefault.jpg Runner's Knee or Something Else? When it comes to running injuries, Runner's Knee (aka PFS or Patellofemoral Syndrome) is easily one of the most common. It's also one of the most commonly ov... https://www.youtube.com/embed/5alCxh_dmvU 2015-06-24T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/piriformis-syndrome-what-runners-need-to-know https://img.youtube.com/vi/1YQa5wAFX8w/hqdefault.jpg Piriformis Syndrome: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Prevention Can you run with piriformis syndrome? Learn what causes piriformis syndrome, and how to recover from piriformis pain quickly with these simple exercises. https://www.youtube.com/embed/1YQa5wAFX8w 2015-06-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-warm-up-exercises-five-minute-routine https://img.youtube.com/vi/JbsUua0hDcE/hqdefault.jpg Running Warm Up Exercises: Five Minute Routine In this short video, I wanted to share a simple five minute routine of exercises that I often recommend to runners as a warm up to use after a long day behind a desk, in the car, or otherwise sitting for too long. https://www.youtube.com/embed/JbsUua0hDcE 2015-06-19T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/tensor-fascia-lata-tfl-stretch-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/iQvqNU1hOgE/hqdefault.jpg Tensor Fascia Latae (TFL) Stretch for Runners Learn how to stretch your tensor fascia latae muscles with this standing TFL stretch for runners. If you have tight TFL muscles, stretch and strengthen around your hips. https://www.youtube.com/embed/iQvqNU1hOgE 2015-06-15T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/single-leg-squats-three-variations https://img.youtube.com/vi/ZCeVtc8ciDs/hqdefault.jpg Single Leg Squats: Three Variations In this video James demonstrates three exercises as variations to the basic Single Leg Squat. These are great for developing stability and control in runners https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZCeVtc8ciDs 2015-06-12T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/soleus-strength-exercise-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/vwDZySFdseM/hqdefault.jpg Soleus Strength Exercises for Runners Learn how to strengthen your soleus muscles, and why soleus strength is important in runners who suffer from calf and Achilles tendon injuries. https://www.youtube.com/embed/vwDZySFdseM 2015-06-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/10-minute-workout-glute-activation-stability https://img.youtube.com/vi/uyYyB7eXAhs/hqdefault.jpg Glute Exercises for Runners - 10 Minute Workout Learn how to strengthen weak glutes, and which glute exercises you should add to your workout to run stronger. Glute workouts for runners are so important for injury prevention. https://www.youtube.com/embed/uyYyB7eXAhs 2015-06-05T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/strengthen-your-legs-for-downhill-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/UPtukJxxqMw/hqdefault.jpg Strengthen Your Legs for Downhill Running So many runners find the hardest part of running a hilly course to be the downhill sections. In this week's new video James demonstrates a simple exercise to help build leg strength for running downhill... https://www.youtube.com/embed/UPtukJxxqMw 2015-06-02T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/core-balance-training-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/42kSChJjnus/hqdefault.jpg Core & Balance Training for Runners In this week's new video I demonstrate and discuss two great exercises for training core strength and balance in runners. Not a crunch, plank or wobble board in sight... https://www.youtube.com/embed/42kSChJjnus 2015-05-26T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/understanding-the-gluteal-muscles https://img.youtube.com/vi/T7P2ej-QuKc/hqdefault.jpg Understanding the Gluteal Muscles While we often talk about 'the glutes' in general, I am however often surprised how infrequently we discuss the differences between the different muscles that comprise the glute complex. https://www.youtube.com/embed/T7P2ej-QuKc 2015-05-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/warning-signs-for-runners-knee-patellofemoral-syndrome https://img.youtube.com/vi/HWLhjF-vbvo/hqdefault.jpg Patellofemoral Syndrome: Warning Signs of Runner's Knee When it comes to common overuse injuries in runners, Patellofemoral Syndrome is without a doubt one of the top five. In addition to affecting as many as 1 in 4 runners, it’s also one of the trickier injuries to fix. https://www.youtube.com/embed/HWLhjF-vbvo 2015-05-21T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/big-toe-extension-running-gait https://img.youtube.com/vi/pzZ80r6JJAk/hqdefault.jpg How Important is Big Toe Extension in Running Gait? Let's look at why extension of the big toe is such an important aspect of running and walking gait. Running requires a certain range of motion at the big toe. https://www.youtube.com/embed/pzZ80r6JJAk 2015-05-20T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-technique-drill-resisted-running-on-the-spot https://img.youtube.com/vi/-ous1_FnHZc/hqdefault.jpg Running Technique Drill: Resisted Running on the Spot I want to share with you one of my favourite resistance band exercises for running form. In particular, I find that this simple drill helps runners better develop a sense for holding their hips 'up and forward' as they run, maintaining a tall posture with gentle forward lean... https://www.youtube.com/embed/-ous1_FnHZc 2015-05-17T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/knee-osteoarthritis-running-what-you-need-to-know https://img.youtube.com/vi/RmqDr8nR1o8/hqdefault.jpg Running with Knee Pain: What is Osteoarthritis? When it comes to knee pain, it is my strong belief that osteoarthritis is one of the most over-diagnosed, and mis-understood conditions that I see. A simple diagnosis of osteoarthritis can change someone's life, and not for the better. https://www.youtube.com/embed/RmqDr8nR1o8 2015-05-13T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/do-your-hips-move-like-this-contralateral-pelvic-drop https://img.youtube.com/vi/O-ZdlHM30B8/hqdefault.jpg Do Your Hips Move Like This? Contralateral Pelvic Drop Great example of a bilateral (left hip worse than right) contralateral pelvic drop. Glute Med on the weight bearing side, as well as Ext Obliques and QL on the opposite side. https://www.youtube.com/embed/O-ZdlHM30B8 2015-03-06T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/what-is-over-striding-distance-running-vs-sprint-technique https://img.youtube.com/vi/XR3jSZTPJ7c/hqdefault.jpg What is Over Striding? Distance Running vs Sprint Technique While common advice is to try to 'land under your hips', how realistic is this cue for distance runners? https://www.youtube.com/embed/XR3jSZTPJ7c 2015-02-02T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/adductor-groin-stretch-for-runners-triathletes https://img.youtube.com/vi/DiqKvMfV5QE/hqdefault.jpg Adductor (Groin) Stretch for Runners & Triathletes Compared to multidirectional sports for example rugby, basketball, hockey or netball, with all their turning, cutting and changes of direction, the repetitive action of running is very linear. This is often reflected in the available ranges of motion we see in runners, triathletes and other endurance sports people. https://www.youtube.com/embed/DiqKvMfV5QE 2015-01-27T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-stride-width-exercises https://img.youtube.com/vi/f7au9GMK-x8/hqdefault.jpg Stride Width Exercises for Runners (Reduce Cross-Over Gait) Following-on from my video earlier this week about stride width for runners , talking about Shin Splints and ITB Syndrome in particular, some runners have as... https://www.youtube.com/embed/f7au9GMK-x8 2015-01-24T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-technique-stride-width-shin-splints-itb-syndrome https://img.youtube.com/vi/rTtNTtbEElk/hqdefault.jpg Running Technique: Stride Width, Shin Splints & ITB Syndrome Stride width varies so much from runner to runner, and is one of the subtleties of running form that is difficult to re-train by simply trying to 'run differently'... most people over-correct! https://www.youtube.com/embed/rTtNTtbEElk 2015-01-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/hip-flexor-core-strength-drill-psoas-march https://img.youtube.com/vi/rA8V4jRP0l4/hqdefault.jpg Hip Flexor & Core Strength Drill: Psoas March This simple drill does far more than target Iliopsoas though, it's a great way of reenforcing the co-contraction we want to see between hip flexors and abdominals in controlling lumbro-pelvic position as the hip is moved from flexion to extension, and back again. https://www.youtube.com/embed/rA8V4jRP0l4 2015-01-19T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/breathing-tips-for-distance-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/GwciIxqGEUo/hqdefault.jpg Breathing Tips for Distance Runners Some runners complain of difficulty breathing, getting short of breath long before their legs feel significantly fatigued. Luckily there are some great cues we can use to improve breathing when running... https://www.youtube.com/embed/GwciIxqGEUo 2014-12-26T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-cadence-using-a-metronome-to-improve-technique https://img.youtube.com/vi/08lmp5zQAmA/hqdefault.jpg Running Cadence: Using a Metronome to Improve Technique I've written previously about running cadence and the use of digital metronomes in helping to coach subtle increases in stride frequency at a given speed, and this improve stride length. This primarily helps to stop a runner from over striding, as well as gently improving limb stiffness. https://www.youtube.com/embed/08lmp5zQAmA 2014-12-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/possibly-the-most-simple-way-to-improve-running-form https://img.youtube.com/vi/MLkoatYGG9s/hqdefault.jpg Possibly One of the Most Simple Ways to Improve Running Form! I love hill running and stair running as a means or improving running form. With the right cues, running up various inclines helps to encourage proper range of motion at the hip, and reduce the tendency to over stride. https://www.youtube.com/embed/MLkoatYGG9s 2014-11-20T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/forefoot-vs-heel-striking-muscle-activation-patterns https://img.youtube.com/vi/7uPTMO_34Y0/hqdefault.jpg Forefoot vs Heel Striking: Muscle Activation Patterns I found this research particularly interesting in looking at both the differences in kinematics and muscle activity between habitual forefoot strikers and rearfoot strikers, not just from initial contact onwards into stance phase, but considering what happens preceding initial contact. https://www.youtube.com/embed/7uPTMO_34Y0 2014-11-05T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/marathon-wr-in-slow-motion-dennis-kimetto-running-form https://img.youtube.com/vi/mYrTrVCYSY0/hqdefault.jpg Marathon WR in Slow Motion: Dennis Kimetto Running Form I do like an opportunity to watch elite athletes in slow motion. They make it all look far too easy! Here's a great video showing Kenya's Dennis Kimetto in t... https://www.youtube.com/embed/mYrTrVCYSY0 2014-10-10T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/runners-knee-taping-techniques-for-pain-free-exercise https://img.youtube.com/vi/C8MVnVxH2c8/hqdefault.jpg Runner's Knee (PFP) Taping Techniques for Pain Free Exercise I've just stumbled across this excellent video from my friend @DrChrisBarton , in which he demonstrates a relatively simple taping technique that runners can... https://www.youtube.com/embed/C8MVnVxH2c8 2014-10-07T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/pool-recovery-session-for-runners-triathletes https://img.youtube.com/vi/uo-z8G3LED0/hqdefault.jpg Pool Recovery Session for Runners & Triathletes The potential benefits of pool recovery sessions seem to be well appreciated amongst the athletes I meet. However many say that they don't regularly incorporate these sessions into their recovery strategy due to a lack of guidance in terms of what exactly they should do, once in the water. https://www.youtube.com/embed/uo-z8G3LED0 2014-09-27T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/tibialis-posterior-strength-exercise-anytime-anywhere https://img.youtube.com/vi/OcBDk5-wLNw/hqdefault.jpg Tibialis Posterior Strength Exercise: Anytime Anywhere! Here's a simple exercise to target the small but important Tibialis Posterior muscle of the lower leg. Often a problematic area in runners and triathletes. https://www.youtube.com/embed/OcBDk5-wLNw 2014-09-26T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/kenyan-running-drills-in-slow-motion-warm-up-routine https://img.youtube.com/vi/wJxUpyZhj40/hqdefault.jpg Kenyan Running Drills in Slow Motion: Warm-Up Routine I was going through some of our archived video footage last night when I came across this slow motion footage recorded by Neil Scholes during his time with t... https://www.youtube.com/embed/wJxUpyZhj40 2014-09-05T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/train-the-movement-not-the-muscle https://img.youtube.com/vi/edFHU2CwmwE/hqdefault.jpg Train the Movement, Not the Muscle Developing Stability & Strength in Runners As many readers will already know, my personal sporting success came long before I developed an interest in endura... https://www.youtube.com/embed/edFHU2CwmwE 2014-08-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/mark-allen-talks-about-building-an-aerobic-base https://img.youtube.com/vi/N_YbYCFRHUo/hqdefault.jpg Mark Allen talks about Building an Aerobic Base In this excerpt from The Art and Science of Triathlon lecture series, Mark discusses the importance of, and rationale behind building an aerobic base first, then adding speed training... https://www.youtube.com/embed/N_YbYCFRHUo 2014-08-04T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/pushing-through-the-ball-cue-for-active-stance-in-running-gait https://img.youtube.com/vi/gELPUdTbw08/hqdefault.jpg "Pushing Through the Ball" Cue for Active Stance in Running Gait Earlier today I found a useful video from John Foster describing and giving the rationale for a simple running technique cue: "Push through The Ball" ...whic... https://www.youtube.com/embed/gELPUdTbw08 2014-07-21T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/male-age-group-triathletes-running-form-comparison https://img.youtube.com/vi/mSvbS0S4rJw/hqdefault.jpg Which of These Two Runners Do You Most Resemble? Earlier today while coaching our weekly Oregon Circuits session here in Norwich, I used the Ubersense App on my iPhone to capture some intere https://www.youtube.com/embed/mSvbS0S4rJw 2014-06-16T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/develop-your-running-technique-skillset https://img.youtube.com/vi/oD5gVMLKhFQ/hqdefault.jpg Develop Your Running Technique Skills When coaching distance runners and triathletes at our Running Technique Workshops or 1:1 Sessions I often find myself getting into conversations about 'ideal... https://www.youtube.com/embed/oD5gVMLKhFQ 2014-06-02T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/foot-ankle-mobility-drill-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/8Pgi2s2b2BY/hqdefault.jpg Foot & Ankle Mobility Drill for Runners Last night on the running technique webinar I presented for our online course members I was asked a question about one of the foot and ankle mobility drills we use regularly. https://www.youtube.com/embed/8Pgi2s2b2BY 2014-05-16T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/oregon-circuit-workouts-big-bang-for-your-training-buck https://img.youtube.com/vi/NLoeEezUk7w/hqdefault.jpg Oregon Circuit Workouts: Big Bang for Your Training Buck! Oregon circuit sessions are a classic workout which provide both the practice to get familiar with resistance training, with building your fitness for the upoming season. https://www.youtube.com/embed/NLoeEezUk7w 2014-04-27T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/five-tips-for-the-corporate-runner https://img.youtube.com/vi/SxQkVD0UQNg/hqdefault.jpg Five Tips for the Corporate Runner Whether a runner, triathlete or any other type of athlete also holding down a full-time job, there are a number of challenges facing us both physical and organisational, many of which our colleagues will never fully comprehend. Here are some ideas which may help your training: https://www.youtube.com/embed/SxQkVD0UQNg 2014-04-14T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/the-kettlebell-swing-technique-tutorial https://img.youtube.com/vi/7kDmpOyeeCk/hqdefault.jpg The Kettlebell Swing - Technique Tutorial Last week I saw the excellent video below on Facebook, posted by my friend Andrew Read . If there's one exercise I see consistently coached poorly and execut... https://www.youtube.com/embed/7kDmpOyeeCk 2014-04-10T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/knee-hip-flexion-drill-for-better-running-form https://img.youtube.com/vi/REdkIAxVSmE/hqdefault.jpg Knee & Hip Flexion Drill for Better Running Form One specific area of running gait we work on a great deal with runners and triathletes is the movement patterning of the swing leg. Many runners tend to run ... https://www.youtube.com/embed/REdkIAxVSmE 2014-03-26T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/early-stage-upper-glute-max-retraining-exercise https://img.youtube.com/vi/mIJIVeA-inE/hqdefault.jpg Early Stage Upper Glute Max Retraining Exercise This weekend just gone, we were in London presenting our CPD course for physios, therapists and coaches I took two minutes to step back from presenting and r... https://www.youtube.com/embed/mIJIVeA-inE 2014-03-17T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/deep-hip-rotators-active-piriformis-stretch-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/kCRp67nlf3E/hqdefault.jpg Deep Hip Rotators: Active Piriformis Stretch for Runners James Dunne demonstrates a dynamic variation of the Pigeon Pose. This is a stretch which will be familiar to many of those who have practiced yoga. Simple yet effective, it has proven to work wonders for my own hips and is great for targeting those often troublesome Piriformis muscles. https://www.youtube.com/embed/kCRp67nlf3E 2014-03-13T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/three-abdominal-pelvic-control-exercises-for-running-technique https://img.youtube.com/vi/1xGul7pbT0A/hqdefault.jpg Three Abdominal & Pelvic Control Exercises for Better Running Technique In today's training video, I take us through a progression of three relatively high level functional exercises to train abdominal and pelvic control in runners... https://www.youtube.com/embed/1xGul7pbT0A 2014-03-10T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/lateral-hip-low-back-stretch-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/2PM4_1N_fFU/hqdefault.jpg Lateral Hip & Low Back Stretch for Runners Using your own bodyweight bearing down onto the stretch with a combination of hip flexion, adduction and rotation, this exercise specifically targets tightness in the Glute complex, lateral Hamstring (Biceps Femoris), and even into the lower back (QL). https://www.youtube.com/embed/2PM4_1N_fFU 2014-03-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/hamstring-hip-flexor-stretches-multiplanar-variations https://img.youtube.com/vi/HKTNZzebeF4/hqdefault.jpg Hamstring & Hip Flexor Stretches - Multiplanar Variations In the short video below, I demonstrate a number of multiplanar variations I commonly use within a hamstring and hip flexor stretch... https://www.youtube.com/embed/HKTNZzebeF4 2014-03-06T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/dynamic-balance-training-for-runners-triathletes https://img.youtube.com/vi/mJmeh4V_nwA/hqdefault.jpg Dynamic Balance Training for Runners & Triathletes Given that the action of running is essentially an ongoing interchange between weight-bearing on one leg, and then the other, it often amazes me how unstable some athletes are when we put their balance to the test! https://www.youtube.com/embed/mJmeh4V_nwA 2014-03-05T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/leg-stiffness-implications-for-injury-performance https://img.youtube.com/vi/HnMoi98AbI8/hqdefault.jpg Leg Stiffness: Implications for Injury & Performance Ian Griffiths does a brilliant job of translating the mechanical concepts surrounding leg stiffness in runners into real-world practical examples, discussing both implications for injury rehabilitation and running performance. https://www.youtube.com/embed/HnMoi98AbI8 2014-03-04T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/isometric-glute-medius-exercise-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/PpPp6mP5emY/hqdefault.jpg Isometric Glute Medius Exercise for Runners Try this simple isometric glute medius exercise for runners. This standing glute medius exercise is perfect for anybody who wants to strengthen their glute medius muscles, and lateral hip in general. https://www.youtube.com/embed/PpPp6mP5emY 2014-03-03T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/dynamic-quads-stretch-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/VZd-gf1oLDg/hqdefault.jpg Dynamic Quads Stretch for Runners Earlier this week, in response to our video on Hip Flexor Stretching for Runners , my friend James Bale asked the following question: "Do you have anything f... https://www.youtube.com/embed/VZd-gf1oLDg 2014-03-01T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/hip-flexor-stretching-dont-just-go-through-the-motions https://img.youtube.com/vi/w34fyuOygDg/hqdefault.jpg Hip Flexor Stretching: Don't Just Go Through The Motions... With the 20sec isometric 'butt squeeze' followed by 20 x 1sec glute max contractions, not only are we delivering a strong mobilising effect to the anterior tissues of the hip, we're also strengthening the neural pathway (mind-muscle link) for getting those important glutes kicking-in. https://www.youtube.com/embed/w34fyuOygDg 2014-02-28T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/tibialis-posterior-stretch-for-runners-triathletes https://img.youtube.com/vi/Zdli_TUxCk4/hqdefault.jpg Tibialis Posterior Stretch for Runners & Triathletes In this short video, James demonstrates a simple tweak to the classic Soleus stretch that changes it into a targeted Tibialis Posterior stretch... https://www.youtube.com/embed/Zdli_TUxCk4 2014-02-27T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/dynamic-warm-up-for-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/CQEe7bSHg6o/hqdefault.jpg Dynamic Warm-Up for Running: Video Examples In this short video, James demonstrates an example of a dynamic warm-up you can use before your running sessions. Let us know how you get on... https://www.youtube.com/embed/CQEe7bSHg6o 2014-02-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/upper-back-stretch-for-runners-triathletes https://img.youtube.com/vi/RbHhxXeG0ag/hqdefault.jpg Upper Back Stretch for Runners & Triathletes Many of the athletes I meet suffer with stiffness in the upper and mid back. Not only is this pretty uncomfortable, this can significantly affect posture, quality of movement, and as such - running form. https://www.youtube.com/embed/RbHhxXeG0ag 2014-02-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/hamstring-stretch-for-runners-dont-make-this-common-mistake https://img.youtube.com/vi/ABNUjWgsDts/hqdefault.jpg Hamstring Stretch for Runners - Don't Make This Common Mistake The intense feeling or 'burn' behind the knee that many runners associate with feeling a hamstring stretch is often actually the feeling of increasing tension on the sciatic nerve as you lean forward... rather than the targeted hamstring muscles themselves. https://www.youtube.com/embed/ABNUjWgsDts 2014-02-24T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/neural-mobilization-exercises-for-runners-and-triathletes https://img.youtube.com/vi/AyW9tiQWSgE/hqdefault.jpg Back Pain & Sciatica Exercises for Runners Over the years I've learnt to manage my low back pain and sciatica symptoms very effectively. Here's a video which does a great job of describing the specific exercises I use on myself and my clients when neural irritation / tension is part of the cause of their symptoms... https://www.youtube.com/embed/AyW9tiQWSgE 2014-02-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/six-tips-to-improve-running-form-during-marathon-training https://img.youtube.com/vi/woaghmWg6q4/hqdefault.jpg Six Tips To Improve Running Technique During Marathon Training There are a number of running technique focuses any runner can work on during their marathon training without sacrificing their training load. https://www.youtube.com/embed/woaghmWg6q4 2014-02-11T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/strength-training-for-hilly-marathon-success https://img.youtube.com/vi/pBaKfOroF2w/hqdefault.jpg Strength Training for Hilly Marathon Success While I'm writing this in the context of preparing to race a hilly marathon course, the same could be said for hilly 5-10km races, XC races, half marathons, ... https://www.youtube.com/embed/pBaKfOroF2w 2014-02-05T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/choosing-running-shoes-how-to-make-an-educated-decision https://img.youtube.com/vi/EgrNFooYp0M/hqdefault.jpg Running Shoe Selection: How to Make an Educated Decision I'm lucky to work closely with an excellent sports podiatrist, Ian Griffiths ( @Sports_Pod ). In addition to specialising in foot biomechanics, Ian appreciat... https://www.youtube.com/embed/EgrNFooYp0M 2014-01-27T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/gluteus-medius-minimus-release-exercises https://img.youtube.com/vi/w7b2IYLGp5A/hqdefault.jpg Gluteus Medius & Minimus Release Exercises I'm always talking about the importance of proper hip mobility, stability and function in runners. If you haven't read these two blog posts on hip function, ... https://www.youtube.com/embed/w7b2IYLGp5A 2014-01-09T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/piriformis-trigger-point-release-for-hip-pain-and-butt-pain https://img.youtube.com/vi/4ABgIPKAujQ/hqdefault.jpg Piriformis Trigger Point Release for Hip Pain and Butt Pain Piriformis tightness can cause significant pain in runners, both locally to the hip (butt pain), and referred down into the leg. Here's a quick video from Th... https://www.youtube.com/embed/4ABgIPKAujQ 2014-01-09T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/two-hamstring-strengthening-exercises-for-running-knee-pain https://img.youtube.com/vi/YFMGJ_0nYsE/hqdefault.jpg Two Hamstring Strengthening Exercises For Running Knee Pain When many runners consider muscle groups directly affecting knee stability, alignment and thus pain, thoughts turn to the glutes (externally rotating and abd... https://www.youtube.com/embed/YFMGJ_0nYsE 2013-12-26T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/un-glue-your-hips-exercise-tweaks-for-anterior-chain-muscle-stiffness https://img.youtube.com/vi/MVcQuaM-OSo/hqdefault.jpg Un-Glue Your Hips! Exercise Tweaks For Anterior Chain Muscle Stiffness I quickly want to share another great video from Kelly Starrett (@MobilityWOD) showing a couple of exercises I use on a regular basis with our athletes to wo... https://www.youtube.com/embed/MVcQuaM-OSo 2013-12-26T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/itb-syndrome-rehab-running-step-width-modification https://img.youtube.com/vi/QERuDsWKRVI/hqdefault.jpg 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. https://www.youtube.com/embed/QERuDsWKRVI 2013-12-15T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/common-deficits-associated-with-patellofemoral-pain https://img.youtube.com/vi/Mdyp1KFThh4/hqdefault.jpg Common Deficits Associated with Patellofemoral Pain Dr. Christian Barton discusses current research surrounding the various common biomechanical deficits we see when treating and rehabilitating individuals suffering with patellofemoral pain. https://www.youtube.com/embed/Mdyp1KFThh4 2013-11-29T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/priscah-jeptoo-running-technique-analysis https://img.youtube.com/vi/XSPi3mx84J0/hqdefault.jpg 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...? https://www.youtube.com/embed/XSPi3mx84J0 2013-11-24T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/can-we-define-perfect-running-form https://img.youtube.com/vi/GwrxQB3547A/hqdefault.jpg 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... https://www.youtube.com/embed/GwrxQB3547A 2013-11-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/knee-dominant-hamstring-exercises https://img.youtube.com/vi/X70nsFptclM/hqdefault.jpg Knee Dominant Hamstring Exercises I've noticed over the years that it's quite common for many athletes and coaches to focus mainly on hip dominant hamstring exercises such as romanian deadlifts, single leg deadlifts, kettlebell swings and good-mornings. This in itself is no bad thing, as we want to develop the glutes and hamstrings https://www.youtube.com/embed/X70nsFptclM 2013-11-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/bernd-heinrich-why-we-run https://img.youtube.com/vi/zn6k3gXCszE/hqdefault.jpg 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 come https://www.youtube.com/embed/zn6k3gXCszE 2013-11-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/secret-shin-strengthening-exercise https://img.youtube.com/vi/DoOoXOqoyx0/hqdefault.jpg Secret Shin Strengthening Exercise! Here's a quick video to show how you can still work on improving strength endurance of Tib.Ant. while in the comfort of your own office, on the train, etc... https://www.youtube.com/embed/DoOoXOqoyx0 2013-11-02T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/flexion-inspection-how-long-do-you-sit-down-every-day https://img.youtube.com/vi/ykbu5RZhPbM/hqdefault.jpg Flexion Inspection: How Long Do You Sit Down Every Day? How much time to you spend sitting every day. Physio and Ironman athlete Claire Doherty suggests keeping a sitting diary for a week. The results will probably shock you! https://www.youtube.com/embed/ykbu5RZhPbM 2013-10-23T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/5-triathlon-specific-exercises-to-stay-injury-free https://img.youtube.com/vi/k7oUgMfSVYU/hqdefault.jpg 5 Triathlon Specific Exercises to Stay Injury Free Five simple exercises for you to try to stay injury free in your triathlon training. Alex Price is a triathlon specific physiotherapist for the australian institute of sport. https://www.youtube.com/embed/k7oUgMfSVYU 2013-10-11T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/video-foot-self-massage-guide https://img.youtube.com/vi/gmw7OWedRvM/hqdefault.jpg Video: Foot Self Massage Guide Learn how to effectively and safely self massage your foot to avoid some of the common running injuries. Leigh Boyle shows us in this video how to perform essential maintenance on your own feet. https://www.youtube.com/embed/gmw7OWedRvM 2013-10-11T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/shin-strengthening-heel-walk-drill-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/edYFuhaff7c/hqdefault.jpg Shin Strengthening 'Heel Walk' Drill for Runners Try this simple exercise to identify imbalances in the lower leg, particularly weakness in Tibialis Anterior. Such imbalances contribute to many of the common lower leg running injuries. https://www.youtube.com/embed/edYFuhaff7c 2013-10-10T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/hip-internal-rotation-importance-in-running-gait https://img.youtube.com/vi/2jlEW8H3rwo/hqdefault.jpg Hip Internal Rotation: Two Exercises to Improve Hip Mobility Learn two simple exercises to improve hip internal rotation, and why hip rotation is important in running gait. Improve your hip mobility with these internal rotation drills. https://www.youtube.com/embed/2jlEW8H3rwo 2013-10-03T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/mo-farah-kenenisa-bekele-haile-gebrselassie-slow-motion-running-form https://img.youtube.com/vi/mWM6B3ACxDQ/hqdefault.jpg Mo Farah, Kenenisa Bekele & Haile Gebrselassie - Slow Motion Running Form Awesome slow motion footage of Mo Farah, Kenenisa Bekele & Haile Gebrselassie racing at the 2013 Great North Run. We can observe the running form of these exceptional distance runners. https://www.youtube.com/embed/mWM6B3ACxDQ 2013-09-18T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/warnings-signs-for-achilles-problems https://img.youtube.com/vi/98uo2EbNsb8/hqdefault.jpg Achilles Tendon Injuries: Know the Warning Signs Do you have a sore achilles tendon in the morning? Learn the early warning signs of achilles tendonitis to prevent further achilles injury. https://www.youtube.com/embed/98uo2EbNsb8 2013-09-17T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-technique-observations-olympian-victoria-mitchell https://img.youtube.com/vi/EVH2qOwZd18/hqdefault.jpg Running Technique Observations: Olympian Victoria Mitchell Running Technique Observations with Olympian Victoria Mitchell and coach Brian Martin. This video shows the running form of this elite distance runner running at easy pace in training. https://www.youtube.com/embed/EVH2qOwZd18 2013-09-05T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/self-massage-for-tight-calf-muscles-after-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/CXHYh0ACLOU/hqdefault.jpg Self Massage For Tight Calf Muscles After Running Leigh Boyle demonstrates a great remedy for calf tightness after running. Tight Gastroc and Soleus muscles are common in runners. This helps! https://www.youtube.com/embed/CXHYh0ACLOU 2013-09-03T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/improve-ankle-dorsiflexion-with-this-simple-joint-mobilisation https://img.youtube.com/vi/lUjVK6a4Zmc/hqdefault.jpg Improve Ankle Dorsiflexion With This Simple Joint Mobilisation Try this simple mobilisation with movement technique to improve ankle dorsiflexion. I find this a particularly useful exercise to use with runners. https://www.youtube.com/embed/lUjVK6a4Zmc 2013-08-28T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/mo-farah-galen-rupps-stability-routine https://img.youtube.com/vi/f2OV7xs1VZw/hqdefault.jpg Mo Farah & Galen Rupp's Stability Routine Head S&C coach at The Oregon Project, David McHenry describes the sort of run specific stability routine used by Mo Farah, Galen Rupp and Alberto Salazar's other athletes. https://www.youtube.com/embed/f2OV7xs1VZw 2013-08-27T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/can-elliptical-trainers-improve-your-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/WR_L7CdwPKo/hqdefault.jpg Can Elliptical Trainers Improve Your Running? Try the elliptical trainer workout I describe later in this post, as a cross-training alternative to running. Believe it or not, it can be great for running https://www.youtube.com/embed/WR_L7CdwPKo 2013-08-01T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/hows-your-hip-extension https://img.youtube.com/vi/NbRXi-nZVJs/hqdefault.jpg How's Your Hip Extension? The Thomas Test is a simple assessment exercise for identifying deficits in hip extension caused by hip flexor tightness in runners and triathletes https://www.youtube.com/embed/NbRXi-nZVJs 2013-07-26T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/hill-running-workouts-made-easier-with-one-simple-tip https://img.youtube.com/vi/aOciR-ZMCYg/hqdefault.jpg Hill Running Workouts Made Easier With One Simple Tip Coach James Dunne looks at one simple tip for making hill running easier. Not just easier in terms of effort, but easier on the body. Learn to use the correct muscle groups as you run up hill. https://www.youtube.com/embed/aOciR-ZMCYg 2013-07-24T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/forefoot-running-for-anterior-compartment-syndrome https://img.youtube.com/vi/OGOTQCre6Lk/hqdefault.jpg Forefoot Running for Anterior Compartment Syndrome Runners with Anterior Compartment Syndrome can often benefit from addressing running form to adopt a forefoot or midfoot strike pattern.This often helps sufferers run pain free https://www.youtube.com/embed/OGOTQCre6Lk 2013-07-04T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/dont-become-a-treadmill-addict https://img.youtube.com/vi/VnwTyhFfOLA/hqdefault.jpg Don't Become a Treadmill Addict Whilst treadmill running has a number of benefits using it as a sole source of running can create a risk of injury. https://www.youtube.com/embed/VnwTyhFfOLA 2013-07-03T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/functional-exercise-for-runners-rotational-lateral-control https://img.youtube.com/vi/mfTQIUWTMBo/hqdefault.jpg Rotational & Lateral Hip Control Exercise for Runners A simple exercise for runners to control knee position with rotation and lateral forces acting up on it. Such a running specific exercise for glute and core function https://www.youtube.com/embed/mfTQIUWTMBo 2013-07-02T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/qa-why-does-my-leg-flick-out-when-i-run https://img.youtube.com/vi/WkwHtZrX-X4/hqdefault.jpg Q&A: Why Does My Leg Flick Out When I Run? So many runners flick their feet either inwards or outwards as they run. What causes this flick? Lucy asked James Dunne to give some advice on her running form. https://www.youtube.com/embed/WkwHtZrX-X4 2013-07-01T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/three-exercises-for-shin-splints-mtss https://img.youtube.com/vi/zPixjWrjmZE/hqdefault.jpg Three Exercises for Shin Splints (MTSS) Treat and prevent Shin Splints. Physiotherapist and Triathlon coach Alex Price shares exercises and useful information for Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome. https://www.youtube.com/embed/zPixjWrjmZE 2013-06-30T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/pete-jacobs-running-drills-warm-up-exercises https://img.youtube.com/vi/b6Cp8Jxfg4Q/hqdefault.jpg Pete Jacobs: Running Drills & Warm-Up Exercises Ironman World Champion Pete Jacobs shows us some of his favourite running technique drills and warm-up exercises to improve your triathlon running https://www.youtube.com/embed/b6Cp8Jxfg4Q 2013-06-19T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/pete-jacobs-on-running-technique https://img.youtube.com/vi/JucHwHW3LQ8/hqdefault.jpg Pete Jacobs on Running Technique 2012 Ironman World Champion Pete Jacobs speaks about running technique and the journey he's been on to find a more efficient way of running. https://www.youtube.com/embed/JucHwHW3LQ8 2013-06-19T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/usain-bolt-phases-of-the-100m-sprint https://img.youtube.com/vi/1k50oBkXxQU/hqdefault.jpg Usain Bolt: Phases of the 100m Sprint Olympic legend Usain Bolt gives us an athlete’s perspective on the multiple key phases of a 100m sprint. Bolt, the first athlete to do the ‘double double’ by... https://www.youtube.com/embed/1k50oBkXxQU 2013-06-18T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/david-rudisha-running-form-in-slow-motion https://img.youtube.com/vi/rQQfbOzGIvY/hqdefault.jpg David Rudisha Running Form in Slow Motion Great slow motion race footage showing David Rudisha and his running technique in it's full glory. We can all learn a thing or two about running form from the Olympic Champion . https://www.youtube.com/embed/rQQfbOzGIvY 2013-06-17T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/dathan-ritzenhein-running-drills-dynamic-flexibility https://img.youtube.com/vi/HLFv2P5_tLk/hqdefault.jpg Dathan Ritzenhein: Running Form Drills & Dynamic Flexibility Pro distance runner and Project Oregon athlete Dathan Ritzenhein demonstrates a great dynamic flexibility routine and run technique drills. https://www.youtube.com/embed/HLFv2P5_tLk 2013-06-15T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/aqua-running-beyond-rehab https://img.youtube.com/vi/TW2SEjdoNbo/hqdefault.jpg Aqua Running - Beyond Rehab Graeme discusses the benefits of Aqua Running as a tool for all runners, not just those rehabilitating injuries. There are many performance benefits to be gained in the pool! https://www.youtube.com/embed/TW2SEjdoNbo 2013-06-12T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/coaching-the-hypermobile-athlete https://img.youtube.com/vi/IDSwP7iFOJM/hqdefault.jpg Running with Hypermobility Running with hypermobility presents unique challenges, specifically when it comes to preventing running injuries. Hypermobile runners need an increased focus on exercises that improve joint stability and strength to remain free from injury. https://www.youtube.com/embed/IDSwP7iFOJM 2013-06-06T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/why-where-you-land-on-your-foot-isnt-that-important https://img.youtube.com/vi/Uh3QQD7Yq2o/hqdefault.jpg Why Where You Land On Your Foot Isn't That Important Triathlon coach Graeme Turner explains why it's important not to focus solely on the foot when considering your running technique. Look at your hips, chest and knees too. https://www.youtube.com/embed/Uh3QQD7Yq2o 2013-05-31T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/three-standing-core-exercises https://img.youtube.com/vi/e07DXN020BA/hqdefault.jpg Three Standing Core Exercises Try these standing core strength exercises. The Pallof Press and Woodchop are great for core strength. What is functional training? https://www.youtube.com/embed/e07DXN020BA 2013-05-14T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/qa-stretching-the-peroneal-muscles https://img.youtube.com/vi/g38uNfDGVwI/hqdefault.jpg Peroneal Muscle Stretch How to stretch the peroneal muscles of the lower leg. In this video we should you some techniques to stretch your peroneals. https://www.youtube.com/embed/g38uNfDGVwI 2013-05-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/overweight-and-running-in-pain https://img.youtube.com/vi/TwOuh73cGGQ/hqdefault.jpg Overweight & Running with Shin Splints Shin splints is a common injury amongst beginner runners, particularly runners who are overweight. There are ways you can adapt your training to help prevent shin splints as you begin to run more regularly. https://www.youtube.com/embed/TwOuh73cGGQ 2013-05-03T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/can-you-run-with-plantar-fasciitis https://img.youtube.com/vi/pI1bzbF6VCU/hqdefault.jpg Can You Run With Plantar Fasciitis? Runnig physio Tom Goom answers the question of whether you can run through plantar fasciitis. Depending on the stage and level of your pain, you may be able to continue running. https://www.youtube.com/embed/pI1bzbF6VCU 2013-04-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/hip-mobility-exercises-extension-internal-rotation https://img.youtube.com/vi/OlVMcq2kSyk/hqdefault.jpg Hip Mobility Exercises: Extension & Internal Rotation Dr. Kelly Starrett shows us a couple of great exercises for mobilising the hip into extension and internal rotation, great for runners! https://www.youtube.com/embed/OlVMcq2kSyk 2013-04-19T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/tibialis-posterior-strength-exercises https://img.youtube.com/vi/LGTa55y8l54/hqdefault.jpg Posterior Tibialis Exercises for Runners Posterior tibialis strengthening exercises to help you build ankle strength and recover from injuries like posterior tibialis tendinopathy. https://www.youtube.com/embed/LGTa55y8l54 2013-04-14T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/gazelles-vs-gliders-pro-ironman-running-form https://img.youtube.com/vi/tJWPwVF30yo/hqdefault.jpg Gazelles vs Gliders – Pro Ironman Running Form Professional Ironman athletes tend to run with one of two running styles. The Gazelle or the Glider. Which does your running most resemble? https://www.youtube.com/embed/tJWPwVF30yo 2013-04-09T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-knee-injuries https://img.youtube.com/vi/zJCA7pQ1o7g/hqdefault.jpg Knee Pain When Running: What Could it Be? Know the difference between types of knee pain and niggles when running. What's the differences between runner's knee and ITB syndrome? https://www.youtube.com/embed/zJCA7pQ1o7g 2013-04-01T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/a-simple-dynamic-control-exercise-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/cDT7fYEmcMI/hqdefault.jpg A Simple Dynamic Control Exercise For Runners Training rotational control and stability, especially at the hip is really important for runners and triathletes. Try this great exercise. https://www.youtube.com/embed/cDT7fYEmcMI 2013-03-19T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-with-back-pain https://img.youtube.com/vi/j-UIfv1sZU0/hqdefault.jpg Running with Lower Back Pain Lower back pain affects a huge number of runners. In this article, I'll be exploring some of the common causes of running-related back pain. I'll also show you some of my favourite exercises to help resolve your back pain. https://www.youtube.com/embed/j-UIfv1sZU0 2013-03-07T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/what-are-strides-neuromuscular-training-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/4uAqIRNImbg/hqdefault.jpg What Are Running Strides? What are running strides? You may have come across this term in your running training plan. Running strides are a form of neuromuscular training to help you improve running efficiency and speed. https://www.youtube.com/embed/4uAqIRNImbg 2013-03-04T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/ten-tips-for-your-best-marathon https://img.youtube.com/vi/Nv51vO2yS3I/hqdefault.jpg Ten Tips For Your Best Marathon We share the key pieces of advice we give runners who are training for marathons. These ten tips for marathon runners will help you prepare... https://www.youtube.com/embed/Nv51vO2yS3I 2013-03-01T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/frog-stretch-adductor-groin-flexibility https://img.youtube.com/vi/ksMn8IxaENo/hqdefault.jpg Frog Stretch: Adductor & Groin Flexibility for Runners A few weeks ago, my friend and colleague Brad Neal showed me the Frog Stretch, an Adductor and Groin stretch I hadn't tried before. The video below gives a good description of the stretch and an opportunity to make fun of my poor flexibility! https://www.youtube.com/embed/ksMn8IxaENo 2013-02-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-asymmetries-fixing-the-wonky-runner https://img.youtube.com/vi/pjRmW837Th0/hqdefault.jpg Running Asymmetries: Fixing The Wonky Runner If you want to stop limping when you run, you will need to identify and fix the cause of your imbalance. Exercises to improve running form. https://www.youtube.com/embed/pjRmW837Th0 2013-02-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/proximal-hamstring-tendinopathy https://img.youtube.com/vi/sAzJcUVYEnA/hqdefault.jpg Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy: The Complete Guide for Runners Deep buttock pain when running? Learn the causes, symptoms, diagnosis tests and best exercises for proximal hamstring tendinopathy. Full rehab guide inside. https://www.youtube.com/embed/sAzJcUVYEnA 2013-02-12T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-calf-strength-exercise-ankling-drill https://img.youtube.com/vi/wIFqPxtx7QA/hqdefault.jpg Running Calf Strength Exercise: Ankling Drill Here's a simple calf strengthening drill to help prevent running calf injuries. London Irish Rugby Club use this with their pro players https://www.youtube.com/embed/wIFqPxtx7QA 2013-02-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-knee-pain-exercise-functional-vmo-strengthening https://img.youtube.com/vi/2pybDQnWIBc/hqdefault.jpg Runner's Knee Exercise: Functional VMO Strengthening This video demonstrates a great knee strengthening exercise for runners. This exercise focuses on the VMO muscle - important for runner's knee https://www.youtube.com/embed/2pybDQnWIBc 2013-02-01T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/why-are-my-hamstrings-always-tight https://img.youtube.com/vi/6_1tt26NR8Y/hqdefault.jpg Why Are My Hamstrings Always Tight? Learn the 4 common reasons why your hamstrings are always tight, and what you can do to fix tight hamstrings. Static stretching doesn't work. https://www.youtube.com/embed/6_1tt26NR8Y 2013-01-26T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/lactate-threshold-training-part-3-running-workouts https://img.youtube.com/vi/dxJVtPT6rHo/hqdefault.jpg Three Running Workouts to Increase Your Lactate Threshold Learn how to increase your lactate threshold. These running workouts help you run faster for longer. Tempo workouts and threshold intervals are so important for runners to help you improve your lactate threshold. https://www.youtube.com/embed/dxJVtPT6rHo 2013-01-20T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/a-coaching-perspective-on-barefoot-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/fws3wgj7les/hqdefault.jpg Is Barefoot Best For Distance Runners? We look at the coaching logic in barefoot running. How eilte runners incorporate barefoot running in their training. Technique is important https://www.youtube.com/embed/fws3wgj7les 2013-01-16T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-arm-swing-for-endurance-athletes https://img.youtube.com/vi/c_qXUwK-DhM/hqdefault.jpg How to Hold Your Arms While Running Learn how to hold your arms while running. Your arm swing is an important part of your running technique. Running with relaxed swinging arms will help you run faster. https://www.youtube.com/embed/c_qXUwK-DhM 2013-01-15T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/correcting-the-cross-over-running-gait https://img.youtube.com/vi/LG-xLi2m5Rc/hqdefault.jpg Correcting The Cross-Over Running Gait Dr. Shawn Allen demonstrated strategies to correct the common cross-over running gait. This common run technique flaw often causes injury. https://www.youtube.com/embed/LG-xLi2m5Rc 2013-01-10T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-its-all-in-the-hips https://img.youtube.com/vi/vDc-bBO2DKo/hqdefault.jpg How Does Hip Extension Affect Your Running Technique? Learn why hip extension in running gait is essential. Hip drive running exercises, and triple extension drills will help you prevent running injuries. https://www.youtube.com/embed/vDc-bBO2DKo 2013-01-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/lactate-threshold-training-part-2-testing https://img.youtube.com/vi/fFYIx7fQSIE/hqdefault.jpg How to Calculate Your Lactate Threshold Learn how to calculate your lactate threshold. You can visit an exercise physiologist, or estimate your own lactate threshold based on running times at recent events, like a half marathon. https://www.youtube.com/embed/fFYIx7fQSIE 2013-01-03T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-with-a-head-cold https://img.youtube.com/vi/MU3CXUtw7Xs/hqdefault.jpg Running With A Head Cold Discover the simple rule for whether you should run with a head cold, or stay home and focus on rest and recovery... https://www.youtube.com/embed/MU3CXUtw7Xs 2012-12-30T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/three-essential-running-technique-drills https://img.youtube.com/vi/5ZKA2-Sb0Tk/hqdefault.jpg Three Essential Running Technique Drills Following on from my recent post sharing Coach Bobby McGee's informative video about Distance Running Biomechanics , above is another of Bobby's videos showi... https://www.youtube.com/embed/5ZKA2-Sb0Tk 2012-12-30T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/essentials-of-distance-running-mechanics https://img.youtube.com/vi/GSGzqkjrWRA/hqdefault.jpg Essentials of Distance Running Mechanics The suggestion that some heel strikers are better-off remaining as heel-strikers shows an uncommon degree of wisdom as a coach https://www.youtube.com/embed/GSGzqkjrWRA 2012-12-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/lactate-threshold-training-part-1 https://img.youtube.com/vi/HQ8yVDT5FsI/hqdefault.jpg What is Lactate Threshold Training? What is lactate threshold running? Learn how you can use lactate threshold running sessions to run faster for longer. Neil Scholes describes why threshold training is important for runners. https://www.youtube.com/embed/HQ8yVDT5FsI 2012-12-21T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/resistance-band-routine-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/MTJPb4-YOmc/hqdefault.jpg Resistance Band Routine For Runners I'm always talking about the importance of engaging and strengthening your Gluteal muscles to improve your running performance and remain injury-free. This h... https://www.youtube.com/embed/MTJPb4-YOmc 2012-12-18T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/mirinda-carfrae-and-caitlin-snow-running-technique-analysis https://img.youtube.com/vi/27QgZYgHBcI/hqdefault.jpg Mirinda Carfrae and Caitlin Snow Run Technique Analysis James Dunne shares his observations on the running form of Ironman athletes Mirinda Carfrae and Caitlin Snow. Learn to improve your run form https://www.youtube.com/embed/27QgZYgHBcI 2012-11-27T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/an-variation-of-single-leg-squats-for-glute-strength https://img.youtube.com/vi/iLSNylFUgDs/hqdefault.jpg A Variation Of Single Leg Squats For Glute Strength Try this slight variation to the single leg squat to target your glutes. This is a key exercise for runners and triathletes of all levels https://www.youtube.com/embed/iLSNylFUgDs 2012-11-26T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/dynamic-calf-warm-up-for-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/7Zs4hh4cp98/hqdefault.jpg Dynamic Calf & Achilles Warm-Up For Running Try this dynamic warm-up exercise for your calf, achilles and plantar fascia to help prevent running injuries. A good dynamic stretch https://www.youtube.com/embed/7Zs4hh4cp98 2012-11-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/kenyan-olympic-runners-technique-observations https://img.youtube.com/vi/A_Ogzws9QL4/hqdefault.jpg Kenyan Olympic Runners: Technique Observations Neil Scholes of Kinetic Revolution shares his observations having worked with the Kenyan Olympic Team, discussing their running techniques https://www.youtube.com/embed/A_Ogzws9QL4 2012-11-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/plyometrics-for-distance-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/SnSQ83UH124/hqdefault.jpg Plyometrics for Distance Runners [Video] Plyometric running drills are a great way of improving running efficiency. Understanding how to incorporate plyometrics for runners will boost your stride! https://www.youtube.com/embed/SnSQ83UH124 2012-11-21T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/hurdle-drills-not-just-for-hurdlers https://img.youtube.com/vi/8brPabMEVE0/hqdefault.jpg Hurdle Drills: Not Just For Hurdlers! Runners of all levels and distances will benefit from using hurdle drills to warm-up, improving mobility and running form. Try these drills! https://www.youtube.com/embed/8brPabMEVE0 2012-11-19T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/four-classic-drills-for-improved-running-technique https://img.youtube.com/vi/DUSnDnUDm5Y/hqdefault.jpg Four Classic Drills For Improved Running Technique Try these four classic running drills for improved running form. The A March, A Skip, B March and B Skip will help you improve run technique https://www.youtube.com/embed/DUSnDnUDm5Y 2012-11-18T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/two-great-exercises-to-improve-running-hip-mobility https://img.youtube.com/vi/a_UJs4OLu8s/hqdefault.jpg Two Great Exercises To Improve Running Hip Mobility Two great running warm-up exercises for Hip Mobility, Glute and Piriformis felxibility. Improve running posture, form and stride length. https://www.youtube.com/embed/a_UJs4OLu8s 2012-11-18T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/itb-syndrome-treatment https://img.youtube.com/vi/dqR1onH8mAg/hqdefault.jpg How to Treat ITB Syndrome in Runners Successful ITB syndrome treatment relies on a good understanding of the iliotibial band anatomy and biomechanics. You can return to running without ITB syndrome. https://www.youtube.com/embed/dqR1onH8mAg 2012-10-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/key-muscle-groups-for-stronger-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/pHaQJYR2Rkw/hqdefault.jpg Five Key Muscle Groups For Stronger Running Which are the most important muscle groups for running? Lean which muscles are the most important for you to strengthen to become a better runner. https://www.youtube.com/embed/pHaQJYR2Rkw 2012-10-18T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/metatarsal-stress-fracture-rehab-return-to-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/fk0K3mYbPFc/hqdefault.jpg Metatarsal Stress Fracture: Rehab & Return to Running Being diagnosed with a metatarsal stress fracture doesn't mean you have to stop training. You have an opportunity to return to running stronger, once your foot has healed. https://www.youtube.com/embed/fk0K3mYbPFc 2012-10-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/overpronation-accurate-or-out-of-date-terminology https://img.youtube.com/vi/PJLcyxfBYeE/hqdefault.jpg What is Overpronation? What is overpronation? Learn more as sports podiatrist Ian Griffiths tells us how much pronation is normal. Is pronation bad for runners? https://www.youtube.com/embed/PJLcyxfBYeE 2012-09-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/back-mobility-exercises-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/MBxRDZ08pyg/hqdefault.jpg Back Mobility Exercises For Runners We share a couple of our favorite exercises for back stiffness and pain in runners and triathletes. Learn how to improve back mobility https://www.youtube.com/embed/MBxRDZ08pyg 2012-06-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/uphill-downhill-running-technique https://img.youtube.com/vi/59AvoI296K4/hqdefault.jpg Uphill & Downhill Running Technique We answer a common question about the most efficient technique for running uphill and downhill. Learn how to run hills more efficiently. https://www.youtube.com/embed/59AvoI296K4 2012-06-12T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/picking-your-heels-up-master-the-movement https://img.youtube.com/vi/sIxAoC8P8zg/hqdefault.jpg How to Improve Your Running Heel Lift Learn how to fix a lazy heel lift when running, and pick your feet up to increase stride length and run faster. This simple drill will improve your running technique. https://www.youtube.com/embed/sIxAoC8P8zg 2012-06-02T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-warm-up-structure https://img.youtube.com/vi/KxKXpJVxxXo/hqdefault.jpg Running Warm-Up Structure Running Warm-Up insights from Brian MacKenzie of CrossFit Endurance. Learn how some of the top running and endurance coaches plan warm-ups https://www.youtube.com/embed/KxKXpJVxxXo 2012-06-01T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/elite-marathon-runners-running-technique-in-slow-motion https://img.youtube.com/vi/rV7E6Qi5ifg/hqdefault.jpg Super Slow-Motion: Elite Marathoners Running Form Watch these slow motion videos showing the running techniques of elite marathon runners. The videos were filmed at the Boston Marathon 2011 https://www.youtube.com/embed/rV7E6Qi5ifg 2012-05-28T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/knee-alignment-control-exercise-jump-land https://img.youtube.com/vi/cZ9t9XcTxAg/hqdefault.jpg Knee Alignment Exercise: Jump & Land A video showing one of the exercises we regularly use with runners and triathletes to assess and train Glute function to protect the knees. https://www.youtube.com/embed/cZ9t9XcTxAg 2012-05-27T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-foot-health-self-assessment https://img.youtube.com/vi/YtICeFOKjIs/hqdefault.jpg Running Foot Health: Self Assessment Jay Dicharry MPT shows you some great self assessment techniques for runners to promote good foot and ankle biomechanics and proprioception. https://www.youtube.com/embed/YtICeFOKjIs 2012-04-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-arm-swing-efficient-technique https://img.youtube.com/vi/VLfRUon0hIw/hqdefault.jpg Running Arm Swing: Efficient Technique With the help of a great video from Brian Martin, we look at the most efficient running technique in terms of arm and upper body use. Great for distance runners https://www.youtube.com/embed/VLfRUon0hIw 2012-04-13T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-technique-6-ways-to-improve-efficiency https://img.youtube.com/vi/R7TpxcNwkgQ/hqdefault.jpg Proper Running Technique: Six Ways to Run More Efficiently Whether you're training for a 5k race, preparing to run a marathon, or simply looking to make running easier on your body, running form cannot be overlooked. Keeping the following tips in mind will help you to maintain proper running technique while you're getting those training miles in the bank! https://www.youtube.com/embed/R7TpxcNwkgQ 2012-04-06T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/kona-2011-running-technique-footage https://img.youtube.com/vi/tbId1T7h8Qk/hqdefault.jpg Kona 2011: Running Technique Footage We use high speed footage of the marathon at Kona 2011 to enable us to begin assessing the running techniques and efficiency of some of the top ironman athletes https://www.youtube.com/embed/tbId1T7h8Qk 2012-04-04T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/forefoot-running-for-ironman-athletes https://img.youtube.com/vi/Sssd4D9MM5k/hqdefault.jpg Forefoot Running for Ironman Athletes We discuss the how appropriate it is for coaches to encourage Forefoot Running for Ironman Athletes. Running Cadence may be a more powerful tool https://www.youtube.com/embed/Sssd4D9MM5k 2012-01-24T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/glute-imbalance-inhibition-or-glute-weakness https://img.youtube.com/vi/8xgKCLpdr7k/hqdefault.jpg Glute Dysfunction in Runners: Weakness or Inhibition? We discuss the pelvic postures and muscular strength imbalances which lead to Glute Inhibition or Glute Weakness in runners and triathletes, providing exercises https://www.youtube.com/embed/8xgKCLpdr7k 2012-01-06T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-cadence https://img.youtube.com/vi/08lmp5zQAmA/hqdefault.jpg How to Increase Your Running Cadence What is running cadence? It's easy to increase your running cadence with running technique coaching tips. You can run more efficiently. https://www.youtube.com/embed/08lmp5zQAmA 2011-12-19T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/trx-training-for-triathlon-and-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/DwCIMbb08WI/hqdefault.jpg TRX Training For Triathlon and Running We explore some of the many uses for the TRX Training System in enabling triathletes and runners to work on their core strength no mater where they are https://www.youtube.com/embed/DwCIMbb08WI 2011-11-22T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/medicine-ball-exercises-for-runners https://img.youtube.com/vi/EtqRXS8da40/hqdefault.jpg Medicine Ball Exercises for Runners Some great examples of how you can use medicine ball exercises for runners to become a stronger, more effective runner and avoid running injuries https://www.youtube.com/embed/EtqRXS8da40 2011-11-21T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-well-off-the-bike https://img.youtube.com/vi/4qsRwYhRfJ4/hqdefault.jpg Want To Run Strong Off The Bike? So here's the situation: You're 16 miles into an Ironman marathon. Your nutrition strategy's going to plan, your pace and heart rate are where you want them.... https://www.youtube.com/embed/4qsRwYhRfJ4 2011-10-11T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/barefoot-does-not-automatically-mean-midfoot https://img.youtube.com/vi/oD5gVMLKhFQ/hqdefault.jpg Why Barefoot Doesn't Automatically Mean Midfoot We explore the myth that running in "barefoot running" shoes will make you run efficiently on your midfoot. As you will see, it's not always that simple! https://www.youtube.com/embed/oD5gVMLKhFQ 2011-09-27T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/ankle-mobility-exercises https://img.youtube.com/vi/u-QDiwenoKE/hqdefault.jpg Quick & Easy Ankle Mobility Exercises for Runners Try these simple ankle mobility exercises to help you improve ankle range of motion. These simple ankle mobilisations will help you improve ankle dorsiflexion and reduce ankle joint stiffness. https://www.youtube.com/embed/u-QDiwenoKE 2011-09-01T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/hamstring-exercises https://img.youtube.com/vi/pBaKfOroF2w/hqdefault.jpg Hamstring Exercises For Runners A number of our athletes have asked us to release a video showing some useful hamstring exercises for runners which will strengthen your running technique an... https://www.youtube.com/embed/pBaKfOroF2w 2011-08-25T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/using-the-dreaded-foam-roller https://img.youtube.com/vi/98uo2EbNsb8/hqdefault.jpg Using The Dreaded Foam Roller A great video showing multiple ways to use the foam roller for self massage and myofascial release. https://www.youtube.com/embed/98uo2EbNsb8 2011-08-16T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/forefoot-running-and-calf-pain https://img.youtube.com/vi/GYGh95YvMYE/hqdefault.jpg Forefoot Running: How to Avoid Calf Pain Discover the link between forefoot running and calf pain, and how to avoid sore calf muscles after running. Learn running technique tips, stretches and strengthening exercises. https://www.youtube.com/embed/GYGh95YvMYE 2011-07-19T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/hip-flexor-stretch https://img.youtube.com/vi/M9EThzF1p3o/hqdefault.jpg Hip Flexor Stretch With A Difference One of the common ailments suffered particularly by runners, and triathletes particularly because of the time spent on the bike, is tight and over-active hip... https://www.youtube.com/embed/M9EThzF1p3o 2011-07-08T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/conditioning-exercises-for-midfootforefoot-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/G9bLN1olZYk/hqdefault.jpg Calf Conditioning Drill for Midfoot and Forefoot Running Get your calfs ready for midfoot and forefoot runninng. Avoid calf injuries through changing your running technique https://www.youtube.com/embed/G9bLN1olZYk 2011-07-06T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/3d-calf-and-soleus-stretches https://img.youtube.com/vi/cO_puTNyX14/hqdefault.jpg 3D Calf and Soleus Stretches We show you how to stretch your Calf and Soleus muscles with the foot in neutral, pronated and supinated positions. A great stretch for runners and triathletes. https://www.youtube.com/embed/cO_puTNyX14 2011-07-04T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/get-the-best-from-your-strengthening-and-rehab-exercises https://img.youtube.com/vi/zJCA7pQ1o7g/hqdefault.jpg Get Maximum Benefit From Your Rehab Exercises As a follow on from my previous post about Multiplanar Strengthening Exercises , I also want to mention the importance of keeping an eye on the quality of ex... https://www.youtube.com/embed/zJCA7pQ1o7g 2011-07-03T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/multi-planar-strength-for-triathlon-and-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/YXB8O7oBNoI/hqdefault.jpg The Importance of Multiplanar Strength Exercises for Runners Multiplanar exercises can help you prevent running injuries. Learn how to perform exercises in all planes of motion to build strength for running. https://www.youtube.com/embed/YXB8O7oBNoI 2011-06-29T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/running-calf-injuries https://img.youtube.com/vi/GYGh95YvMYE/hqdefault.jpg How to Treat Calf Pain After Running Find out how to treat calf pain, how to recover from running calf injuries, and how to prevent sore calves from running. https://www.youtube.com/embed/GYGh95YvMYE 2011-05-18T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/return-to-running-after-injury https://img.youtube.com/vi/96cM_PXXzn8/hqdefault.jpg How to Return to Running After Injury This free return to running program provides structure for running after injury. Avoid doing too much, too soon, by following this guide. https://www.youtube.com/embed/96cM_PXXzn8 2011-05-02T00:00:00.000Z yes https://kinetic-revolution.com/prepare-your-legs-for-barefoot-and-minimalist-running https://img.youtube.com/vi/G9bLN1olZYk/hqdefault.jpg Prepare Your Legs For Forefoot or Midfoot Running There are a number of drills and exercises we use to prepare the legs for the demands of this type of Midfoot or Barefoot Running and avoid Calf Pain https://www.youtube.com/embed/G9bLN1olZYk 2011-05-02T00:00:00.000Z yes