Lawrence van Lingen on How Movement Transforms Performance | HAX Show Ep.5

In this episode of The HAX Show, we down with Lawrence van Lingen — movement specialist, physiotherapist, and performance coach trusted by some of the world’s top endurance athletes.Lawrence shares how emotion, mindset, and physical tension are deeply intertwined, and how unlocking that tension can transform both movement and performance.He gives his perspective on his experience working with Drew to bring him back to health, what he’s learned from the triathlon world through athletes like Taylor Knibb, and how he approaches lifting, form work, and long-term athlete development.You’ll also hear his take on practices like flow rope, tire walking, and happy hip hack drills for runners, plus his nuanced perspective on supershoes and how to create a truly healthy relationship with running.Key TopicsUnlocking tension & emotional connection to performanceRebuilding Drew Hunter’s health and mindsetInsights from treating elite runners and triathletesLessons from Nice & Kona at Triathlon World ChampionshipsLifting philosophy for runnersFlow rope, tire walking, and happy hip hack drillsSupershoes — pros, cons, and long-term impactBuilding a sustainable relationship with movement and runningAbout Hammer & Axe TrainingHammer & Axe was born out of a vision shared by a handful of elite distance runners. We found, in our own training, that we ran our best when we committed to training our speed and strength equally. A focus on strength made us durable, strong, and prepared for the adversity that racing brings—we were reliable like a hammer. A focus on speed made us confident, efficient, and ready to move when the right moment arrived—we were sharp like an axe. We wanted to bring this feeling of speed and strength to as many runners as possible.Our mission is to empower and guide runners to their loftiest goals through effective training and meaningful relationships.⚒️ Meet Our Coaches: https://www.hammer-and-axe.com/find-a-coach⚒️ Grab A Training Plan: https://app.rundna.com/hammer-and-axe/program-categories⚒️ Follow For Free Daily Training Content: https://www.instagram.com/hammerandaxetraining/🎧 Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hammerandaxetraining