A smart training plan will include easy runs, speed workouts, and rest days as well as other activities like stretching and strength training to support your run goals. Making sure you’re scheduling in time for these activities, particularly strength training with core exercises,…
Runners are no strangers to the world of physical therapy and its many benefits. But pelvic floor therapy is either totally unknown or taboo—in both scenarios, runners, particularly female runners, might be missing out on important injury prevention and rehab opportunities.…
Jump to: Bone Stress Injuries vs. Stress Fractures 5 Stress Fracture Warning Signs What To Do If You Think You Have a Stress Fracture Tips for Preventing Stress Fractures Nothing strikes fear in the heart…
Whether you’ve just finished a hard speed session or returned from a long run, there’s one more part of your training that’s crucial to both your performance and your health: recovery. “Recovery has to be…
A lot of you read my recent piece about breaking my leg while training for a marathon. Many of you pointed out that I needed to check my Vitamin D levels, and you were correct. My doctor had me…
A recent study found a correlation between overuse injuries and a sudden increase in mileage in a single run. Experts explain how to safely increase your mileage, based on the new research. Jump to: A…
When people find out I broke my leg in several places, the first question they ask is, “How did it happen?” I wish I had a great story to tell, but here’s the truth: I…
Jump to: The Difference Between a Stress Reaction and a Stress Fracture Causes of Stress Reactions Signs of Stress Reactions When to See a Doctor How to Prevent a Stress Reaction from Becoming a Stress…
Jump to: How Breastfeeding Hormones Affect Your Body on the Run Yes, It’s Okay to Run While Breastfeeding Tips for Runners Who Are Breastfeeding Meghan Kita is committed to running. She once held the record…
The advantages of running go well beyond your physical health; the sport works just as many wonders for your mental health and wellness. A 2020 review in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health associated…
