As simple as running may seem, there's more to it than putting one foot in front of the other. Running is a highly demanding activity on the body— it isn’t easy! With that being said, there are a lot of…
Did you know that smoking not only affects your lungs and cardiovascular system but your musculoskeletal system, too? 🚭 Smoking has been shown to hinder healing, whether that’s post-op, recovering from an injury, or even cuts and wounds. Recovery…
🏃🏾Adjust your stride. A shorter stride will give you more control and may avoid pain/injury if you happen to slip. 👣 Consider improving your traction with shoes specifically made with a bit more traction- winterized versions of running shoes, “trail”…
Every year on the first heavy snowfall, thousands of committed citizens dust off the shovel and proceed to perform an intense weightlifting workout in their driveway. Weight lifting is an excellent form of exercise, with proper progression and practice. The…
The Female Athlete Triad is a term for a group of three conditions that commonly occur together, especially prevalent in young female athletes in endurance (ie. running) or dancing sports. Over-training, poor nutrition, genetic, and psychosocial factors can contribute. The…
Have you ever woken up with a completely numb hand or arm? Chances are that you were sleeping in a position that temporarily compressed a part of your brachial plexus, resulting in what is referred to as “Saturday Night Palsy”…
Taper You may be surprised to see your training plan decreasing in mileage these last couple weeks. Studies have shown a taper to be potentially beneficial for athletes from amateur to professional levels. Yet while you are enjoying this extra…