Discover four easy tests you can do at home to check whether your legs are strong enough for running. These are the same tests we use in our clinic when creating bespoke injury prevention plans for our patients, and they can quickly highlight areas that might benefit from a bit of extra work. I also share the best exercises to help you improve.

Position sense (proprioception) plays a bigger role in injury prevention than most runners realise. It affects how well your brain controls your legs while you run – and when it's not working as it should, it can increase your risk of sprains, strains, and other common running injuries. The good news? It's easy to train, and a few simple exercises can make a real difference.

Ankle sprain strengthening exercises for plantar flexion, and balance exercises, including how to achieve good balance with a balance board.