Why do runners need strong calves? The calf muscle is responsible for pushing off the ground when running, with demand increasing at higher speeds & uphill terrain. Therefore, with a stronger calf complex, a runner will be able to tolerate faster speeds and greater mileage without injury. Additionally, a stronger calf has been found to […]
How to strengthen your calves for running?
/in Run Smarter Blog /by Brodie SharpeWhy do runners need strong calves? The calf muscle is responsible for pushing off the ground when running, with demand increasing at higher speeds & uphill terrain. Therefore, with a stronger calf complex, a runner will be able to tolerate faster speeds and greater mileage without injury. Additionally, a stronger calf has been found to […]
Client insight: Rehabilitation tips & being kind to yourself
/in Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy Podcast /by Brodie SharpeIn today’s episode, Brodie breaks down the comments written by his past PHT client. Here is their submission when asked what their biggest insights and revelations were during Proximal hamstring tendinopathy rehab: “My main learning points from my 2.5 yea
Does running cause osteoarthritis? A surprising breakthrough
/in Run Smarter Blog /by Brodie SharpeOur current understanding of Osteoarthritis in running There are currently leaps forward in our understanding of Osteoarthritis (OA). However, it requires a bigger leap to spread the message into the community. It is a common question. Does running cause OA? It’s truth there are wild, misconceptions about this condition. Among them, beliefs that OA presents […]
The dangers when buying new running shoes
/in Run Smarter Blog /by Brodie SharpeFirstly, I must knowledge the work published by Chris Napier & Richard Willy as their article has inspired most on the content within this blog. It is a confusing time to be a runner when buying running shoes because over recent decades, new paradigms continue to surface. Minimalist footwear is one of the most popular […]
Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy: Michelle’s Success Story
/in Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy Podcast /by Brodie SharpeAfter developing PHT in 2016, Michelle encountered 13 doctors and 3 years of pain before reaching an accurate diagnosis. Through lifestyle changes, strength exercises and finding the right therapist, she managed to eventually see progress. Michelle has r
PHT Client insight: exercise/running/rehab
/in Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy Podcast /by Brodie SharpeIn today’s episode, Brodie unpacks the reflections and revelations from a past client. Here is their response when Brodie asked what really helped their recovery: “Well definitely the exercises you said to do! And made sure I stuck to doing them. I stoppe
Learn how to Conduct a running shoe assessment
/in Run Smarter Blog /by Brodie SharpeRunning shoe assessment step 1 Running is a beautiful, simplistic lifestyle. One of the main reasons for its simplicity is you only need running shoes. Therefore, it makes sense to gain insight into a running shoe assessment. Step one is to find the oldest pair of running shoes and turn them upside down to inspect […]
The importance of patience & trusting the process
/in Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy Podcast /by Brodie SharpeIn today’s episode, Brodie reads out responses from current and past clients. These are insights they have had when managing their own Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy: Client A: “I guess my key takeaway is not a fun one and it’s one that I’ve tried to avo
How do I run more without injury?
/in Run Smarter Blog /by Brodie SharpeUnderstanding adaptation: To run without injury In order to run more without injury, you need to understand adaptation. The human body is smart when it’s thrown into an unfamiliar situation. Just look at an elite cyclist and compare their body type to a swimmer. One profession requires a massive demand on the upper body, while […]
Understanding widespread symptoms
/in Proximal Hamstring Tendinopathy Podcast /by Brodie SharpeOn today’s episode I answer Mark’s submitted question: “I would like to understand how an injured/damaged/weak tendon can go on to cause such widespread symptoms? In addition to tendon pain, I get chronic muscle tightness in my hamstring, thigh, calf, hip