As we head into colder weather while still fighting the pandemic, many gyms limit occupancy, and plenty of us have limited our in-person workouts. For people used to the social aspect of a shared training session, it can grow lonely and frustrating - especially for...
When you're taking advantage of some extra-warm fall weather, you may be more likely to overdo your activity, leading to possible overuse injury. Whether you've had a busy summer season or you've been less active, overuse injury can strike anyone under the right (or wrong)...
Rest. It sounds simple, but so many of us fail to do it very well - even when our bodies demand it. Whether it's work, family, fitness, or other demands stealing your energy, getting enough rest is key to staying healthy and recovering after a...
By: Dr. Tara Dawson, PT, DPT Body One Orthopedic Resident Whether you are new to running or caught the running bug a long time ago, proper joint mobility and muscle strength are essential components in injury prevention. As a distance runner myself, I can attest to...
It may seem like 2020 has been the longest year in history – and it definitely has been one of the most stressful years in recent memory. The pandemic has colored every area of our lives: family celebrations, graduations, shopping, dining, working, and relaxation. It's...
Most of us know that movement and exercise provide many overall health benefits. But, some of us still worry whether specific types of exercise can potentially be harmful for our bodies. Running tends to be an exercise that causes people to worry about the impact...
With so many people working from home and practicing social distancing, the number of people who have decided to work on their fitness is also skyrocketing. Many people who haven't run since back in gym class are breaking a pair of new shoes and lacing...
The marathon: a famous distance that has its official roots in the late 1800's Olympics and many thousands of participants in hundreds of different races across the country and worldwide each year. To reach the 26.2 mile finish line, runners train for months to handle...
Since May is National Running/Runner's Month, you might have heard more about running than normal – unless you happen to work with or spend time with a runner, and in that case we're sure you hear plenty already. Today we're looking at how races/distance are...
Did watching this year's Boston Marathon get you motivated? If so, you're not alone. For the 2019 Boston Marathon, there were almost 30,000 runners with 95% finishing all 26.2 miles. Unlike many other races, in order to actually run the Boston Marathon, you don't just...
