When it comes to preventing running injuries, many of us believe that strength training could play a crucial role. However, it's important to examine the existing research on this topic. In this article, we will delve into several studies that have attempted to answer the question: can strength...

Here is a general protocol for testing elbow extension isometric strength with a handheld dynamometer:

1. Have the client seated in an upright position, with their elbow tucked into their torso and flexed to 90 degrees, or perhaps a little bit more. The client’s elbow should be in a supinated...

To test your 1RM (one-rep max) for a single-leg calf raise, you will need access to a calf raise machine or a Smith machine with a calf raise block. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Warm up: Before starting your testing, make sure to warm up your calf muscles thoroughly. You can do this by...

To test wrist extension isometric strength with a handheld dynamometer, you can follow these steps:

1. Have the client adopt a supine position, lying flat on a massage table or mat, with the testing elbow locked out straight by their side. The client’s elbow should be pronated for...

Testing your one-rep max (1RM) for a single-leg leg press is similar to testing your 1RM for a bilateral leg press. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Warm up: Before starting your testing, make sure to warm up your leg muscles thoroughly. You can do this by performing some light cardio exercises or...

Here are the steps to test elbow flexion isometric strength with a Measurz Muscle Meter:

1. Have the client seated in an upright position, with their elbow tucked into their torso and flexed to 90 degrees. Their elbow should remain in a supinated position.
2. The practitioner should then position...

To test grip strength isometric strength with a Measurz Muscle Meter, you can follow these steps:

1. Have the client seated in an upright position, with the elbow tucked into their torso and flexed to 90 degrees. The elbow should also be in a neutral position of pronation and supination.
2. Once set,...

To test wrist flexion isometric strength with a handheld dynamometer, you can follow these steps:

1. Have the client adopt a supine position, lying flat on a massage table or mat, with the testing elbow locked out straight by their side. The client’s elbow should be supinated for...

Testing ASH (Athletic Shoulder Test) isometric strength with a Measurz Muscle Meter can be done below. Although it is not essential, it is advisable that the practitioner uses a MegaMat, (or something similar) when conducting this testing protocol. Utilizing a tool such as the MegaMat will...

To test shoulder external rotation (ER) at 0 degrees isometric strength with a Measurz Muscle Meter, follow these steps:

1. Have the client seated in an upright position off the long edge of a massage table.
2. Ensure the client starts with their elbow tucked into their trunk and that it is flexed to...

To test shoulder internal rotation (IR) at 0 degrees isometric strength with a Measurz Muscle Meter, follow these steps:

1. Have the client seated in an upright position off the long edge of a massage table.
2. Ensure the client starts with their elbow tucked into their trunk and that it is flexed to...

To test shoulder flexion isometric strength with a Measurz Muscle Meter, follow these steps:

1. Have the client seated upright off the long edge of a massage table, shuffled all the way back. Then, ask them to flex their testing arm to 90 degrees out in front of their body. 
2. Take the Muscle...