Case Study

Personal


Gender: Female
Age: 49 years
Height: 155cm
Mass: 69kg
History of injury: The athlete has no previous sporting injuries, however suffers from intermittent hamstring and calf tightness


Sport


Sport: Running
Event or Position: Currently training for the London Marathon
Level: Total beginner
Current season: One year to prepare for the event (no specific season)


Movement Assessments


Poor squat technique with the heels rising during execution
Poor basic strength
Poor core stability
Poor running mechanics, forefoot contact even at low speeds


Background


The athlete has no previous experience in strength and conditioning training, having never used free weights or resistance machines. Running on her toes causes the athlete to fatigue quickly. She also has bilateral gluteus medius weakness which requires attention.