Each time we land when running the calf has to absorb 2-3x your bodyweight. The calf complex also provides up to 60% of our shock absorption when walking/running!
Having big, strong calves is a necessity to prevent injuries and improve performance especially for runners and those playing high impact sports such as netball, soccer and AFL.
Give this simple test a try and see how you go compared to normal values for your age bracket.
These exercise progressions are designed for a Grade 2 Hamstring Tear.
They should be close to pain-free to perform.
Hamstring tears can vary in severity from a Grade 1A (small, intramuscular, 1-2 weeks) to Grade 3 C (Full thickness tendon attachment rupture – surgery + 6months) so your exercise’s, progressions and recovery timeframe will vary depending on the severity.
