If you’ve followed our tendon training series so far, you know that Dr. Keith Baar’s research has reshaped how we think about connective tissue health. In Part 1, we introduced the 10-minute tendon protocol. In Part 2, we explored advanced insights on healing, hormones, and longevity. Now, in Part 3, we dive deeper into the…
If you haven’t read Part 1 — The 10-Minute Tendon Protocol: How to Build Stronger, Injury-Proof Tissue — start there first.This follow-up dives deeper into Dr. Keith Baar’s most recent discussion on tendon injuries, rehabilitation, hormones, nutrition, and what truly drives connective tissue adaptation. 1. Rethinking Immobilization: Why “Boots” Do More Harm Than Good Immobilization…
Most athletes train muscles. The smart ones train tendons. The problem? Tendons don’t give you warning signs. There’s no such thing as delayed-onset tendon soreness. One day you feel fine — the next day, something pops. New research led by Professor Keith Baar, one of the world’s leading experts in tendon biology, reveals how tendons…
Maybe it’s just me, but it seems like tendon ruptures are more common than ever. Every week in the iron game, someone tears a pec, biceps, quad, or Achilles tendon. And it’s not just elite athletes—average Joes are popping tendons doing everyday tasks: “I went to lift my child…”“I took a wrong step…”“I was moving…