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How To Prepare For Your First Race!

Posted on April 3, 2014 by Athletico

Updated: June 16, 2025 Spring is in the Air! After a harsh winter, spring has finally sprung and the official start to the Chicago running season has begun with the completion of the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle this past weekend. Were you out there among the thousands running on Sunday? Were you standing on the sidelines cheering on the runners thinking to yourself, “I want that to be me…”  that CAN be you. Follow these basic tips to help you complete your first running road race. (more…)

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Pain Free Tips for Gardeners Part 1

Posted on April 1, 2014 by Athletico

Today’s blog post is written by guest blogger, Judy Micek, OT at Athletico Bolingbrook. It may have been a long cold and snowy winter, but Spring has finally sprung! Along with the fresh buds on the trees and stems breaking through the ground, April is Occupational Therapy month. In celebrating our profession, soon to be 150 years old, we would like to share some tips for protection and prevention of common problems for those of you who are eager to get back into gardening.   (more…)

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Transitioning from the Gym to Exercising Outside

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Athletico

Spring is here! You have probably been itching to get outside to enjoy the warmer temperatures. But before you do, remember these tips to help you transition from the gym to exercising outside. (more…)

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10 Tips for Fighting Foot Pain

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Lori Diamos

As humans, we are unique creatures for a couple of reasons - one for our ability to reason and two because we live life upright instead of on all fours. Living upright puts a pretty constant workload on our feet. Our feet can become painful or sensitive over time and foot pain is a common complaint in physical therapy. There are many basic strategies and self-treatments you can try if foot pain plagues you. (more…)

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Let’s Talk About Sugar!

Posted on March 25, 2014 by Athletico

I hear this comment all the time from people, “Well, I really don’t eat that much sugar.” Today is American Diabetes Alert Day and here’s the thing about sugar - it’s hiding, it’s all around you, it’s calling from inside the house! Okay, that was a little bit dramatic, but sugar really is everywhere! (more…)

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Spring Sports Nutrition

Posted on March 22, 2014 by Athletico

Whether you're at home training or returning to play with your team, there's no doubt that athletes put a significant amount of time and energy into their favorite sport. For the athletes involved at all levels, this means an increased demand on their bodies. During the average soccer game, a player could run up to 5 miles. Double headers can mean up to 7-8 hours in the field. I think it goes without saying, if you are not putting the right fuel in your body, it would be pretty easy to run out of gas. (more…)

Behind the Scenes of March Madness with an Athletic Trainer

Posted on March 21, 2014 by Athletico

It's the hap, happiest time of the year. No, not Christmas, although that one's good too! It's NCAA tournament time! A time when Cinderella’s find their shoes, champions rise to the occasion, and every team, fan, and bracket hope for their one shining moment. From the coaches and players to the fans, the NCAA tournament is a stressful, but exciting time for everyone associated with the teams. (more…)

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Prostatitis: Chronic Pelvic Pain in Men

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Athletico

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Prostatitis is described as either an infection or an inflammation present in the prostate.  It can affect men of all ages. The primary symptom of prostatitis is repeated urinary tract infections (UTIs), however, more symptoms can be present. (more…)

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