Archive for April 2019
Can You Walk On A Sprained Ankle?
Ah, our old friend the sprained ankle. It always seems to happen when we least expect, doesn’t it? Walking too close to the edge of the sidewalk. Coming down the mountain from a hike. Stepping across the road in heels. Even the slightest misstep can cause a painful sprain that can linger for weeks, even…
Read More6 Tips for Running in Your Fifties
Though it might feel like a steeper hill to climb, running in your fifties is definitely possible. Maintaining a regular running program doesn’t have to be a casualty of age! In fact, running can be quite a boon to your well-being as you age. Yet, running in your fifties brings with it different considerations than,…
Read MoreHow to Increase Your Running Distance Safely
Establishing and maintaining a running program is always a challenge. Staying consistent, keeping things interesting, and pushing past the wall requires commitment. Adding more miles can be a whole other can of worms. In the spirit of taking your program to the next level, here’s how to safely increase running distance while limiting your risk…
Read More4 Simple Ways to Prevent an ACL Tear
It’s the pop that no one ever wants to hear. The knee buckles, the athlete goes down, and the season is over. An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear can be an abrupt and painful end to a season or even a career. It is a serious setback that usually requires surgery and leads to long…
Read MoreWhat’s the Difference Between Static and Dynamic Stretching?
Stretching is a lot like flossing. We know that it’s important and that we should be doing it. We know that it helps our bodies in the long run. Yet so many of us still skip this important activity altogether. And just like skipping flossing, failing to properly stretch is a mistake. Done right, stretching…
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