Runners

Stronger feet for stronger running.

Stronger Feet For Stronger Running

Stronger Feet for Stronger Running Many runners overlook the crucial role of the foot with respect to sustainable and successful running. I’d like to delve into the significance of strong feet for runners from a physical therapist’s perspective. Discover the benefits, common foot problems, and exercises to promote foot strength, and enhance your running performance. …

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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 run… In fact, a lot of other types of athletes use running as a warm-up. Some people feel “stiff” or “cold” when they start to run, and maybe for these …

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3 Things To Improve Outcomes With A Running Injury

3 Things To Improve Outcomes With A Running Injury Minimize time off from running: It’s okay to take a few days off here and there if something is really “reactive” and just needs to calm down, but most of the time there are ways we can keep training but simply modify running to tolerable standards. …

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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 is and how it differs from acupuncture. Needling is a type of therapy that uses thin, sterile needles to target trigger points in the muscles and connective tissue. While 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 great, and you’re right, this doesn’t replace long and slow aerobic training and base-building. But this type of work can yield great results when it comes to maximizing your engine. …

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So You’ve Been Given The Direction To Stop Running By Your Doctor

So You’ve Been Given The Direction To Stop Running By Your Doctor

So you’ve been given the direction to STOP RUNNING by your Doctor… Many of us runners have been so frustrated by an injury, we eventually head to the doctor to figure out how to manage this. Or perhaps, you have never had pain/injury and this completely stops you in your tracks with your running. The …

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Training for YOUR running goals

Training for YOUR running goals

With years of experience as a physical therapist working with injured runners, it is clear to me that we are not all getting the same information regarding training principles. Specifically, I am considering the running component of your training. Some of us might not be seeking out any information at all but rather just training …

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Weather and Training with Atmospheric Scientist Brad Wells

In this episode of the Making Strides Podcast AJ and Adam talk to Brad Wells. He studied atmospheric science at CSU and works in meteorology. Naturally, they discussed all things weather so that you can best know what is coming your way and prepare. Also discussed, are the infamous inversions and how accurate our watches …

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Just Because You’re Exhausted Doesn’t Mean Your Workout Was Effective

Just Because You’re Exhausted Doesn’t Mean Your Workout Was Effective

Workouts should be catered to your specific goals. There should be a lot more thought that goes into workouts than simply being exhausted. Workouts need to be specific to: The movements specific to the goal activity The muscles and joints specific to the goal activity The energy system(s) specific to the goal activity The speed …

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Don’t Be Afraid to Ask “Why?”

Don’t Be Afraid to Ask “Why?”

Don’t take everything you hear from a medical/health professional at face value. There are so many people offering services, advice, and information regarding health nowadays. Trust in your doctor, PT, or dietician, etc… it shouldn’t be assumed. Asking a simple “why” when reasoning hasn’t been given is vitally important. As a healthcare consumer, understanding exactly …

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Strength Training For Runners

I’ve always had a passion for running and strength training. I saw a need in the Fort Collins, Colorado running community. I was aware of all of the evidence that strength training has profound benefits to runners. Benefits including… Improved running economy/efficiency Reduced or delayed fatigue Improved anaerobic capacity Improved maximal speed [Speculated] reduced risk …

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