This is a guide for beginners, 5k runners, 10k runners up to marathon runners willing to warm up properly. It’s Dynamic, Evidence Based and Fun.
Warm up for Runners
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When it’s safe to Re-Start Running
A very quick, concise, essential guide on when it’s time to go safely back to running!
When it’s time to stop running
A very quick, concise, essential guide on when it’s time your client should stop running!
Running warm up: dynamic or static?
When I ask my injured runners what sort of warm up they do before their running the reaction is sort of ashamed in case they don’t do any, or in the best case they proudly admit doing the classic, old school “static stretch”. In both cases what I add to their clinic file is “Does not do any warm up – running specific”.
Knee osteoarthritis and running
Here is the thing: there are many of us who love running and many others who are simply addicted.
Among both groups, many runners older than 50 years of age have knee osteoarthritis, and they run happily! When my patients ask me if they can keep on running despite their osteoarthritis (OA), my answer is YES if you enjoy it!
Running success stories
I am passionate about improving the quality of life of my patients by offering specialized and empathic support. The best evidence of my approach is the testimonials of the people I have had the privilege to follow.
P.C.
Get Me Running
I was off-running for previous injury. I did the 6 weeks “Get Me Running Path”and I found it brilliant. Through the video analysis I understood the cause of my injury, how to improve my running technique and what specific training to prevent injuries. With Luca’s professionalism and skills I managed to go back running safe and strong and still enjoy it! Amazing.
E.H.
Get Me Running
I consulted Luca because of tibial periostitis while running. He performed a video analysis of my running, identified altered patterns, and helped me correct my running technique. He also taught me how to warm up properly and gave me strengthening exercises that helped me improve my performance and prevent further injury! Highly recommended.
M.O.
Boost My Run
I suffered from lower calf pain when training for the Edinburgh marathon. Not only was my problem resolved efficiently but I learned how to prevent further injuries and become stronger. The video analysis coupled with specific strength training and good practical advice i.e. dynamic warm up has improved my running and my enjoyment of running. Luca is an excellent physio and professional, highly recommended.
R.C.
Boost My Run
My aim was to start running but avoid the usual mistakes and risks (injuries like back, knees, hips).Luca’s help has been invaluable and fantastic. Central to this programme is the running video analysis he performs on a regular basis, as well as designing training plans in addition to running which support the overall aim of running in a healthy way. Overall, I would absolutely recommend Luca as a physio and running coach. I really enjoyed working with him and look forward to continuing to do so.