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Power Plate, the global leader in whole body vibration training equipment, has partnered with Dr Emily Splichal, podiatrist and human movement specialist, to bring you Run Injury Free!, a programme aimed at reducing risk of injury in runners.

The unique demands of running require optimal stabilisation, rapid neuromuscular control and elastic energy transfer. The Power Plate RunInjuryFree! Programme is based on conditioning runners to better anticipate the impact forces in order to effectively load and unload the associated energy.

“Because the skin on the bottom of the foot is packed with small nerve endings or proprioceptors, of which 80% are specifically responsive to vibration, this programme harnesses the body’s response to vibration to effectively respond to impact forces and reduce running related injury risk,” explains Dr. Splichal.

Both Power Plate and Naboso Technology, used in this programme, are based on the science of proprioceptors. Since the feet are the only contact point between the body and the ground, optimising the sensitivity of the feet and foot proprioceptors is key to reducing running-related injuries.

Power Plate generates rapid harmonic vibrations in three planes of motion – providing an authentic stimulus to these proprioceptors, creating a neuromuscular response that enhances muscle recruitment and motor learning.

Naboso Technology is a small nerve proprioceptive mat, which is designed to provide optimal stimulation to the nerves in the feet and hands. Based on surface science and texture research, the texture on the Naboso Mat matches that of the proprioceptive distribution and sensitivity of the feet.

In a series of conditioning programmes, including pre-activation exercises, foot to core sequencing, and myofascial tensegrity, the Run Injury Free Programme prepares the body to better anticipate the ground reaction forces, and optimise transfer of elastic energy.

Get involved!

Dr Emily Splichal will be delivering a series of workshops in South Africa prior to Two Oceans event where you can experience this for yourself. Details on powerplate.co.za.

Power Plate Run Injury Free! programme can be purchased online, or at participating stores listed on the Power Plate website. A 10% discount is available at the Run Injury Free booth at the Two Oceans Expo in March.

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