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Overstriding Running

Matthew Boyd / May 10, 2020

How to Fix Overstriding Running

What is Overstriding Running? Overstriding running is when your foot lands too far out in front of your centre of mass when you run. This creates a braking …

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peroneal tendonitis

Matthew Boyd / March 11, 2020

How to Treat Peroneal Tendonitis

Pain just behind the ankle bone is commonly related to the peroneal tendons. These tendons come from the peroneal muscles that help support …

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what running technique errors cause injury

Matthew Boyd / March 3, 2020

What Running Technique Errors cause Injury?

There have been lots of studies investigating how running technique relates to injury. Recently some researchers from Madrid looked at the research to date and …

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Achilles tendon pain

Matthew Boyd / February 25, 2020

What does a Runner’s Achilles Tendon look like?

Achilles tendon pain is a huge problem for runners. Runners have an estimated 10 fold increase risk of developing Achilles tendon pain (Achilles Tendinopathy) …

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dynamic knee valgus

Matthew Boyd / February 17, 2020

Can we change Dynamic Knee Valgus?

What is "dynamic knee valgus" anyway? Dynamic knee valgus is a term we use to describe the knee coming in towards the midline. If you take a slow motion …

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Knock Knee Running

Matthew Boyd / February 11, 2020

Is Knock Knee Running Less Efficient?

There has been quite a lot of research into whether knock knee running (the knee coming inwards toward the midline) relates to injuries such as runners knee. …

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Strength Training Doesn't Reduce Marathon Injuries

Matthew Boyd / February 2, 2020

Strength Training Doesn’t Reduce Marathon Injuries

In recent years, we have seen strength training become more and more popular with marathon runners looking to avoid injury. Much of this research has been done …

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Should Runners use the 10% Rule to Avoid Injuries?

Matthew Boyd / January 30, 2020

Should Runners use the 10% Rule to Avoid Injuries?

Has anybody NOT heard of the 10% rule? Don't increase your running volume by more than 10% per week As we all know, this is just a rule of thumb. It …

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Strength Training Faster Runner

Matthew Boyd / January 20, 2020

Does Strength Training make you a Faster Runner?

In recent years there has been quite a bit of research on strength training and it's effects on running performance. Most studies have found favorable results …

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Do Heavy Runners need more Shoe Cushioning?

Matthew Boyd / January 13, 2020

Do Heavy Runners need more Shoe Cushioning?

Heavy runners need more shoe cushioning. That has been the shoe prescription mantra from the physio clinic through the to running shoe retailer and all the …

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Is Heel Striking Bad Running Form?

Matthew Boyd / January 4, 2020

Is Heel Striking Bad Running Form?

In recent years heel striking has become a very popular topic of discussion among runners. Many "experts" have advocated against heel striking in favour of a …

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Do I need zero drop running shoes?

Matthew Boyd / December 22, 2019

Do I need Zero Drop Running Shoes?

So what are "zero-drop" running shoes anyway? The drop is the difference in the height of the shoe in the forefoot compared to the rearfoot. Completely flat …

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Avoid Fading at the End of Races

Matthew Boyd / December 21, 2019

Avoid Fading at the End of Races

Fading at the end of races is a common problem. You run the first 32k so you can race the last 10 That's a common saying among marathon runners. Being …

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Running Marathons is Good for your Knees?

Matthew Boyd / December 16, 2019

Running Marathons is Good for your Knees?

Running marathons gives you knee arthritis doesn't it? Well, a new study from The University College London suggests it might actually be good for your knee …

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Does Pronation cause Running Injuries_

Matthew Boyd / December 7, 2019

Does Pronation cause Running Injuries?

What is Pronation? I just tried googling this term. All of the top 5 links were discussing how “overpronation” causes injuries and claiming that selecting …

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Strength Training Improves Running

Matthew Boyd / December 4, 2019

Strength Training Improves Running

Related Podcast Study Analysed 24 studies including 469 runnersHeavy strength training 2-6 sets of 3-10 reps with plyometric training 1-6 sets of 4-10 …

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Runners Knee CPG

Matthew Boyd / November 24, 2019

Runners Knee Clinical Practice Guideline Review

Recommended Long-TermQuads and Gluts strengtheningRunning Technique - forefoot strike, increase cadence, reduce hip adductionShort-TermTapingOrthotics if …

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Matthew Boyd / November 24, 2019

TRAILS study review

Study 300 runnersTook a bunch of measurementsFollowed them for 2 yearsLooked for links between any of the measurements and injuries Findings  199 …

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Higher Cadence Improves Running Economy

Matthew Boyd / November 23, 2019

Higher Cadence Improves Running Economy

Study 22 female runners aged 18-325k PR between 17 and 22 minutesCadence (steps per minute) less than 176Training group did 10 day program practising …

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Shin Splints and Achilles Tendinopathy in Runners

Matthew Boyd / November 17, 2019

Shin Splints and Achilles Tendinopathy in Runners

Study 42 runners - 13 with Achilles tendinopathy, 8 with shin splints, 21 uninjured Researchers analysed their standing posture, flexibility and …

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I am a Registered Physiotherapist within the province of Alberta, Canada only.

Any online consultations with individuals located outside of Alberta will be in my capacity as a Certified Running Coach. I do not provide Physiotherapy or injury rehabilitation services to anyone located outside of Alberta, Canada.

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