After completing a 100-mile run in 24 hours, Wes developed debilitating shin pain that temporarily sidelined him from normal movement. His rehab began with a short period focused on calming inflammation, restoring range of motion, and reactivating muscles through isometric exercises. As symptoms improved, training progressed to loaded, weight-bearing movements targeting strength, stability, and mobility. Before returning to running, a plyometric progression was introduced to prepare his body for impact and volume. Just five weeks later, Wes not only returned to running but completed all three races at the Spartan World Championships in one weekend—demonstrating a successful, well-managed recovery.
If I had to choose just one exercise for runners, it would target the calf and Achilles complex, which plays the largest role in running propulsion. By increasing Achilles tendon stiffness, the tendon’s elastic properties improve, creating a more spring-like effect during running. This enhanced elasticity helps runners generate force more efficiently, contributing to better performance and potentially reduced injury risk.
The video highlights how neck mobility plays a critical role in proper golf swing mechanics. During the backswing, sufficient cervical rotation is needed to allow the club to reach the correct position. When neck mobility is limited, the swing cannot simply stop—so the body compensates, often by over-rotating through the lower back instead of the thoracic and cervical spine. This compensation can lead to low back pain that is mistakenly treated as a back issue, when the root cause is actually restricted neck mobility. The video ends by demonstrating a quick test—turning the head and tucking the chin to the collarbone without shrugging or opening the mouth—to confirm whether cervical mobility is adequate.
