Over my years of running I have been to physical therapy more times than I'd like to admit for various injuries. One thing I noticed is that no matter what the injury was, many of the rehab plans were very similar. My big takeaway from all those injuries was to do everything possible to prevent injuries before they happen, aka "prehab". How? Do some of those exercises when I'm not injured, or at the first sign that ... Read the Post...
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4 Easy Ways To Warm Up Before Your Run
We all know that warming up before a run is important, right? But how many times have you skipped a warm-up and just headed out the door for a run? I've been guilty of this too, especially when I run on the treadmill. There are many reasons why it's imports to warm up before a run. Not only will it help to prevent injuries, but it also prepares your body for a strong run or workout. I know that my first mile always ... Read the Post...
How To Use Technology to Improve Safety While Running
Staying safe on the run is always an important topic, and one that is constantly in the forefront of my mind. Over the last few weeks this has become a widely discussed issue among the running community following the tragic abduction and murder of Eliza Fletcher. The reality is that each person needs to decide what they want to do to stay as safe as possible on the run. This will likely look different for each person. In ... Read the Post...
5 Ways For Runners To Relax Plus a Visualization Exercise
Those of us that run are often on the go, trying to squeeze our workouts in between everything else we have to do. It's so important to take time to relax and recharge, to help prepare mentally and physically for our next run, workout, or race. Relaxing doesn't always come easy to me. I really need to be intentional about it. Here are 5 ways for runners to relax plus a visualization exercise! 5 Ways For Runners To ... Read the Post...
