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Running Injury Prevention

Matthew Boyd / October 19, 2017

Running with Knock Knees

Do you feel your knees rubbing together when you run? Maybe you get little bruises on the inside of your knees? If so, you may be increasing your risk of …

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Matthew Boyd / October 12, 2017

Is Heel Striking Bad for Runners?

Correct foot strike pattern is a topic that creates a lot of confusion among runners. Heel striking is demonized by some but described as pretty much irrelevant …

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Matthew Boyd / October 5, 2017

Is Running Bad For Your Knees?

“Doesn’t all that pounding ruin your knees?” Who’s heard this question before? Better yet, who’s been asking themselves this question. If you’ve felt that …

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Matthew Boyd / September 14, 2017

Over Striding – Is it Bad for Runners?

What is Over Striding? Over striding is when the foot lands too far out in front of the centre of mass as you run. Your centre of mass is at the base of your …

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heavy runner

Matthew Boyd / September 7, 2017

Am I a Heavy Runner?

Do you feel like a heavy runner? Would you use words like "thudder" or "stomper" to describe your running style? Find out where this comes from and what you can …

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Running Intensity Guidelines

Matthew Boyd / August 31, 2017

Running Intensity Guidelines

When I took up running, I had one pace. It wasn’t quite easy, it wasn’t quite hard. I’d look up a training program online, usually via Google Image search. I …

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Matthew Boyd / August 17, 2017

DIY Strength Training for Runners

Runners don’t like strength training. It’s easy to understand. We like to be outside in the fresh air, not stuck in a sweaty gym. In recent years however, the …

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Matthew Boyd / August 10, 2017

The 5 Best Kettlebell Exercises for Runners

How would you like to improve your running performance by 5%? How about reducing injuries by a whopping 60%? That’s the power of strength training. Read on to …

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Matthew Boyd / August 3, 2017

10 Unusual Ways to Prevent Running Injuries

If you’re a runner, imagine your body is like a fortress. Every day you are under siege by a litany of foes trying to break down your defences and penetrate …

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Runners Mechanical Load Scale

Matthew Boyd / July 27, 2017

Runner’s Mechanical Load Scale

 Try ThisGrab something heavy from around the house. Something like a drill or a full bottle of bleach. If you have dumbbells, grab one of those. Gently rest …

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Matthew Boyd / July 20, 2017

How to Transition to Minimalist Running Shoes Without Getting Injured

Do We Run Better Barefoot? Let’s start with a quick test. Try this: Stand up Run to the end of the room Note which part of your foot you strike the ground with …

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Matthew Boyd / June 29, 2017

Strength Training for Runners In 20 minutes a Week

In 2015 I was training for my first Marathon. Again. I think this was attempt number three. I’d never made it to the start line. The previous attempt had been …

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Matthew Boyd / June 23, 2017

Running Technique: Elephants, Monkeys and Mice

My wife and I lived in a very old apartment building in Hampstead, London for a short time. We rented one room in a four bedroom apartment, sharing the place …

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Matthew Boyd / June 21, 2017

Runner’s Mobility Screen

Take the test! Do you have the mobility required for running? Three simple movements you can do right now to determine if you have enough mobility for …

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Matthew Boyd / June 19, 2017

Strength + Conditioning Rehab: Pushing the Boundaries of Your Potential

Are you training with an injury? Have you recently had an injury and feel unsure how to get back to full training? Are you worried about pushing yourself in …

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Matthew Boyd / June 14, 2017

How to Use Running Cadence to Avoid Injuries

Why should I care about my running cadence? Well, optimizing your running cadence can help you avoid injuries and improve your performance. Is that a good …

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Matthew Boyd / June 8, 2017

How to Track Your Runs to Prevent Running Injuries

If you want to avoid running injuries, there is one single principle can tell you everything you will ever need to know. This single principle can be summed up …

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Matthew Boyd / May 31, 2017

Running Injury Prevention: Shoes + The Unusual Suspects

Now that we've taken a good look at load management, as well as strength training and running technique, we're going to look at other factors that can help …

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Matthew Boyd / May 30, 2017

Running Injury Prevention: Strength Training + Running Technique

Now that we've looked at load management, I'm going to move onto the next two usual suspects in running injury prevention: strength training and running …

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Knee Pain Running

Matthew Boyd / May 25, 2017

Running Injury Prevention: Load Management

Sick of stretching? Are you fed up of the foam roller? Does your pre-run routine take longer than your actual run? As a runner, I would say that I find three or …

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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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