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Cross-training when you have Achilles tendonitis
Most active people fear getting an injury that prevents them from doing their usual training. With Achilles tendonitis, walking as well...
Alison Gould
3 min read
Should you change your running style if you have Achilles tendinopathy?
The research has not found any strong link between Achilles tendinopathy and altered running mechanics. There is one definite exception...
Maryke Louw
3 min read
Achilles pain training errors: Too much high intensity training
Training Error Series: Common Achilles pain training errors: Boom and bust cycles Achilles pain training errors: Not enough R&R Achilles...
Alison Gould
4 min read
Achilles pain training errors: Large increases in weekly mileage
Training Error Series: Common Achilles pain training errors: Boom and bust cycles Achilles pain training errors: Not enough R&R Achilles...
Alison Gould
3 min read
Three signs that you need more recovery time in your running programme
You probably know by now that recovery and rest are very important components of your training programme if you want to avoid overuse...
Maryke Louw
3 min read
Achilles pain training errors: Not enough R&R
Rest and recovery are important factors to consider as part of injury prevention and treatment.
Alison Gould
4 min read
How runners can avoid recurring Achilles pain
Here are some things you can do to minimise the risk of re-injuring your Achilles tendon through running.
Maryke Louw
4 min read
Top tips for getting back to running after Achilles tendonitis
Runners whose Achilles pain have caused them to stop running for a while - How they can know when it’s safe to start running again.
Maryke Louw
4 min read
Achilles tendon pain – What surfaces are best to run on?
Running on softer surfaces may not be the best option when you have an injury like Achilles tendinopathy or tendonitis.
Maryke Louw
3 min read
Common Achilles pain training errors – Boom-and-bust cycles
In this article, we explore the "boom-and-bust cycle" training error.
Alison Gould
4 min read
Achilles tendinopathy – Is it OK to train with pain?
How people with Achilles tendinopathy/tendonitis can know what level of pain is OK for training and when they shouldn't train.
Maryke Louw
4 min read
Muscles a runner should strengthen to reduce the risk of Achilles injuries
Knowing which muscles are involved in running forms the basis for a perfect to-do list for strength training to prevent Achilles injuries.
Alison Gould
3 min read
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