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Minimizing the Risk of Running Injuries with Strength Training
The days are longer and the weather is finally nicer, which means more people will be out running. Thinking about running a virtual 5k or half marathon this summer? When deciding between which training program to follow, make sure you don’t forget to incorporate strength training. Strength training is believed to help with injury prevention...Read More
Decreasing the Risk of Injuries for Weekend Warriors
Who are the “Weekend Warriors?” Many people find themselves with little time during the week due to work, family, kids and the day-to-day grind. Therefore, workouts fall to the weekend days to cram in a full week of physical activity into two days.
Bring Closure to Diastasis Recti
(Are we ever, ever, ever… getting back together?) Diastasis recti…sounds like an odd sea creature, doesn’t it? If you are a pregnant mom, or have recently delivered, you may be familiar with the term.
3 Benefits of AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmills For Lower Leg Injuries
You may be asking this question: what on earth is an AlterG anti-gravity treadmill? AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmills are considered anti-gravity because they use innovative “Differential Air Pressure (DAP)” technology that counteracts gravitational forces, gently adjusting body weight from 100 percent down to as low as 20 percent.1
What You Should Know About Blood Flow Restriction Rehabilitation
Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) is a hot topic in physical therapy right now. Even though it has been around since the 1960s, there has recently been a surge in BFR research that supports how this technique can improve patient outcomes.
Cross Country Skiing: Benefits and Injury Risk
Cross country skiing or “Nordic Skiing” gets to shine in the spotlight every four years with the Winter Olympic coverage. However, this sport is great every year with many health benefits and a low risk for injuries.
At-Home Exercises for Skiers
Skiing is a great winter sport for people of all ages. However as with any sport, there is a risk for injury. For most people, skiing is an activity that they get to participate in only a few times each year. This means the body is not able to remain as conditioned for this activity,...Read More
Tips for Preventing Common Skiing Injuries
Skiing is a popular outdoor winter activity that we tend to hear a lot about during the Winter Olympic Games. With the Winter Olympics occurring in PyeongChang this year, it is expected that the skiing will be making headlines in the coming weeks – from discussing amazing performances to unpredictable injuries.