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Buy New Running Shoes to Reduce Injuries by 40%
What if I told you that with your next running shoe purchase, you could reduce your risk of injuries by 39%?
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Runners Knee Treatment Strategies To Get Back On Track
Introduction Runner’s knee, clinically known as patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), is a common ailment that many runners face. Among runners, the knee is the most
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Maximizing Your Running Potential with Run/Walk Intervals
In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of run/walk intervals and offer some valuable tips to get you started. Are you a runner looking
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Understanding Overstriding in Running: Impact and Solutions
What is Overstriding in Running? “Overstriding” is a term frequently used in the running community to describe a particular foot-striking pattern that may lead to
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Blister Basics for Runners: Causes, Prevention, and Effective Solutions
Discover effective strategies to prevent blisters in running. Learn what causes blisters, how to choose the right socks and shoes, and other essential tips for
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Running Towards Wellness: The Role of Physical Therapy in Longevity for Runners
Running can cause intense strain and soft tissue damage, which is why it’s essential for all runners to visit a physical therapist regularly. By doing
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Running Physical Therapy: How to Get Back on your Feet Faster
Running can be a tiring sport, but it’s even more frustrating when you’re constantly battling pain and discomfort every time you are on the pavement.
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How Pelvic Physical Therapy Can Help Female Runners Overcome Pelvic Issues
Did you know every one in three women suffers from some sort of pelvic issue? The intense pain and weakness from these disorders can potentially
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Running Physical Therapy: How to Get Back on your Feet Faster
Running can be a tiring sport, but it’s even more frustrating when you’re constantly battling pain and discomfort every time you are on the pavement.
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Is It Best To Run Intervals Based On Pace, Heart Rate OR Effort Level?
Let’s start with a quick story. Last year, I participated in the Hilton Head 5k in South Carolina. As I started my warm-up, I realized
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Not All Injuries Require Rest
Rest Isn’t Always The Answer Sustaining an injury can be a frustrating experience, especially when the recommended course of action involves nothing more than rest
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It’s Normal For These Things To Change
It’s normal for these things to change on a daily basis: How fast you feel How strong you feel How confident you feel How resilient
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What’s The Best Way To Warm Up For Runners?
I get this question a lot… “What’s the best way to warm up for runners?” It depends! You don’t NEED to “warm up” before you
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3 Things To Improve Outcomes With A Running Injury
3 Things To Improve Outcomes With A Running Injury * * * Thanks for reading! If you’d like to learn more about who we are
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4 Tips For How To Take Care of “Down There”
Getting to know your own anatomy and feeling comfortable discussing what is normal and not normal is an important part of addressing pelvic floor dysfunction.
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5 Things Hikers Should Do In The Off Season
Many hikers find themselves entering the warmer months with big ambitions but little to no fitness. Hiking fitness is very important and not only greatly
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Stretching Isn’t Doing What You Think It’s Doing
Static stretching is the most common form of stretching that I see misused. It seems like it’s been ingrained into the minds of all active
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Mythbusters! Pelvic Floor Edition – Part 1
MythBusters! Pelvic Floor Edition- Part 1 Have you recently been scrolling on social media while “sittervising” your kids at Twin Silos or Spring Creek Canyon
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What Is Dry Needling?
What Is Dry Needling? What We Already Know: If you’ve heard someone talk about “needling” or “dry needling,” you may be curious about what it
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Speedwork Does Benefit Ultrarunners
Ultrarunners are used to going long and slow. That’s exactly what most people are doing during ultras anyway. When it comes to training specificity, that’s
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Dr. AJ Cohen
Up And Running Physical Therapy
"We Help Runners And Active Adults In The Fort Collins Area Overcome Injury And Be Stronger Than Ever, Avoid Unnecessary Time Off, All Without Medications, Injections, Or Surgery."
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