Aging is associated with lowered performance across most sports that include a heavy physical component, including running. Yet, an increasing number of elderly individuals engaged in running are interested in optimizing their performance. What does to the science suggest regarding
Treadmill vs. outdoor running: Which one is best for performance, rehab and injuries, according to science
This blog post will discuss whether treadmill running is similar to outdoor running based on the latest science
Imbalances in muscle and tendon strength and the relation with injuries and performance
Many athletes participating in sports with plyometric loads have experienced pain in their tendons. This pain may be indicative of tendinopathy. For example, many volleyball players have experienced patella tendinopathy and many runners have experienced Achilles tendinopathy. An imbalance in
No eccentric hamstring action during running?
It is widely believed that the hamstrings undergo an eccentric muscle fiber action (they are lengthening while being activated) during the swing phase of high-speed running. Therefore, eccentric exercises are being incorporated into training programs to prevent hamstring injuries and