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Exercises for an ACL Injury

Posted on September 18, 2014 by Athletico

Have you ever injured or torn your ACL ligament? We've got the exercises and stretches for you! Athletico's Dave Heidloff ATC, NASM-PES, FMS, provides stretches for athletes or anyone suffering from an ACL injury. Stretches are provided for anyone dealing with an ACL injury, specifically for those preparing for surgery or returning from surgery. Watch Dave's exercises for an ACL injury below: (more…)

Stress Fractures FAQ

Posted on September 11, 2014 by Athletico

A stress fracture can be one of the most irritating injuries to a runner.  When one receives the diagnosis of a stress fracture, the injury will sideline a runner for an average of six weeks. This means no running at all, and most often runners must wear a boot or use crutches. Here are some frequently asked questions to about causes of stress fractures and the pain associated with the injury. (more…)

Marathon Training: Getting Through Your Long Runs

Posted on September 10, 2014 by Athletico

Updated: May 20, 2025 As you approach your longest training run to date as part of your training for your marathon, you might start to feel some aches and pains that you did not feel with your shorter distance runs. Listed below are three common running injuries/discomforts that you may encounter. It is important to do what you can to minimize these aches and pains before the big day arrives in just over a month. (more…)

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Knee Pain- When to Seek a Professional

Posted on September 4, 2014 by Athletico

With fall sports underway, injuries are prone to happen.  With the cutting, twisting and tackling movements that occur in sports, such as football and soccer, Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) injuries can occur. (more…)

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How to Safely Learn the Splits

Posted on August 21, 2014 by Athletico

Coaches, parents and athletes often ask me, “What is the best way to learn or improve upon doing the splits?” Gymnasts, cheerleaders and dancers are often the population that is interested, but lately this has become a great topic for baseball players, hurdlers and hockey players. Below are three great stretches to assist in gaining flexibility to improve your splits with some good reminders on how to stay safe while stretching. (more…)

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The Basics of Foam Rolling

Posted on August 14, 2014 by Athletico

You have seen one at the gym, you have heard your friends talk about “foam rolling” but what benefits might foam rolling have for YOU. (more…)

Curbing Muscle Cramping

Posted on August 7, 2014 by Lori Diamos

Although muscle cramping can happen any time of year for a variety reasons, I tend to notice increased complaints from my active and/or athletic populations during the throes of summer.  Whether they are simply being more outdoorsy and recreational or training for an upcoming sport season or competition, muscle cramping seems to be more prevalent in hot weather.  For those of you wondering about the "how" and "why," below you’ll find a quick review but more importantly, some tips and pointers on what you can do to combat muscle cramping in hotter weather. (more…)

Frequently Asked Questions: Debut Marathoner Edition

Posted on July 31, 2014 by Athletico

So this is your first time running a marathon. You have made it about halfway through your training program and you can see the light at the end of the tunnel. You may still have some questions looming that you may not have the answers to. Listed below are some frequently asked questions of first-time marathoners. (more…)

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