BHAG
BHAG…big hairy audacious goals. These are the goals we set for ourselves that will take a long time to achieve. They are just far enough out of reach to create…
Ask your Physical Therapist: What is Achilles Tendonitis and How Do I Get Rid of It?
First of all let me clarify what the Achilles tendon is. The Achilles tendon is a tissue that connects your calf muscle to the back of your heel bone. Tendons…
Top Hip Mobility Exercises for Runners (and Walkers)!
Three years ago, I filmed a video series all about hip mobility. The goal was to provide some simple self-assessments and some hip mobility exercises to improve those assessments. Today,…
Ask Your Physical Therapist: My Heel And Arch Pain Is Ruining My Life…What Can I Do?
Thankfully, this is a common issue that many people have and there IS something that can be done to resolve it – so, you’re not alone. While there are several…
Spring is here… I hope!
Do I dare say it??....Spring is here! The days are getting longer and the weather keeps getting warmer (*as I knock on wood*). March is the perfect time to start…
Working Out vs Training
With so many people getting back into a fitness routine this time of year, it is a good time for a reminder. Working out and training are two different things. …
New Year, New Goals
As runners, each New Year we tend to set goals for the upcoming year. Goal setting is a great way to stay motivated and keep you training with a clear…
Resilience.
As a fitness trainer, I spend a lot of time thinking about the nuts and bolts of a great training routine. I like to nerd out on the theory and…
Some of My Favorite Exercises for Runners
The importance of cross-training in the gym seems to be growing in the running world. This is a great trend, as it has the potential to help runners stay healthy…
The Benefits of Evening Runs
Over the years I have seen my running schedule flip itself on its head. For a long time - I exclusively ran in the mornings. Rolling out of bed and…