Upper Body Strength for Runners: Make a Resolution for Injury Prevention & Performance
All one has to do is search the internet to see the endless ways one can address running injury prevention and performance. Unfortunately, much of the information publicly available lacks any true functional value. Training programs which…
Top Ten Off-Season Tips For Runners
December represents the month during which many of us reflect on the past running season. The thought of 2014 is refreshing as the New Year presents a blank slate of opportunity. 2013 was an exciting year for running in Missoula, Montana. The…
Running Injury Treatment: How to Know When Conservative Treatment Isn't Enough
Running injuries occur for a variety of reasons. Accelerated mileage progression, increased running intensity, lower extremity and core muscular weakness, asymmetrical running mechanics, inadequate recovery, and trauma are the main causes…
Running & Arthritis: Does Running Increase or Decrease Your Osteoarthritis Risk?
Every runner dreads the topic and cringes at the question: does running increase your risk of developing arthritis? Until recently the accepted assumption was yes. While runners do develop a multitude of overuse injuries related to logging…
Foot Facts (UnderAppreciated & Sometimes Overused)
Feet are generally underappreciated. We cover our feet in shoes. We often hide our feet for some unknown reason, yet our feet are the primary anatomical structure which allows us to run. While nearly all other animals travel on four legs,…
Active Release & Running Recovery
Summer has shifted into high gear. Training and racing in the heat requires constant attention to hydration and nutrition. Recovery during the high mileage, high intensity summer racing season, however, is often overlooked. Recovery is…
