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.
Director, Level 6 Physiotherapist & Clinical Educator
Andrew Clark is a father of 4 and the Director and Clinical Educator at Clinical Physiotherapy, St Ives.
He graduated with a Masters degree from the University of Sydney in 2010 and has extensive experience working in musculoskeletal private practice. He has undergone further professional development and has experience treating a wide variety of patients and musculoskeletal conditions. Andrew started the St Ives clinic in 2016 and enjoys the roles and challenges that come with owning a small business and training and leading a healthcare team.
In his spare time, Andrew keeps fit with running and resistance training, gets to the odd Sydney Swans game and most of all enjoys spending lazy Sundays with his wife Bridget and beautiful kids Sophie, Harry, Angus and Thomas.
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