Muscle Activation: Using EMG To Improve Movement

At every physical therapy office, gym, CrossFit box, and Pilates studio people are trying to improve fitness and strength. To rehab from injury, get in shape, perform a PR clean, or improve posture you need to improve your strength and motor control. Improving strength takes effort.   If you are going to put in the… Continue reading Muscle Activation: Using EMG To Improve Movement

5 Progressive Strength Exercises to Improve Shock Absorption and Power in Running

Efficient powerful running is truly beautiful to watch. When I observe a graceful runner performing their craft I am captivated and in awe that elegance and strength can coexist in such a wonderful way. As with any sport, some people are just born with the ability to run with ease and lightness of step. Most… Continue reading 5 Progressive Strength Exercises to Improve Shock Absorption and Power in Running

Why Shock Absorption In Running Is NOT About The Shoes

If you type “shock absorption in running” into Google nearly EVERY hit on the first page is about running shoes.  Now, this might seem like no surprise or you might even expect this result to occur.  We have been taught, through effective marketing by shoe companies, that cushioned running shoes control impact forces.  The rise… Continue reading Why Shock Absorption In Running Is NOT About The Shoes

Powerful Running: 2 Keys To A Strong Stride

“Running should be a lifelong activity. Approach it patiently and intelligently, and it will reward you for a long, long time.”     -Michael Sargent Running is what millions of people worldwide look forward to each day.  It might be the peace and rhythm of a long slow distance run, or the heart pounding exhilaration… Continue reading Powerful Running: 2 Keys To A Strong Stride

2 Proven Strategies To Fix Chronic Proximal Hamstring Pain

Proximal hamstring tendon pain is frustrating…period.  Runners of all distances dread this injury because it sinks its teeth in and sticks around for a long time if not managed properly.  If you, or a runner you know, has ever battled a chronic hamstring tendon issue you understand how difficult it can be to beat it… Continue reading 2 Proven Strategies To Fix Chronic Proximal Hamstring Pain

Stress Fractures: 7 Common Risk Factors AND…The Breakthrough Training Tool Proven To Help You Return To Running Safely!

“I have a pain in my shin every time I run and it really hurts!” If this is something you or your child has said recently it is worth paying attention to because it may be more than just the classic shin splints. Shin splints are one of the most common sports and running injuries… Continue reading Stress Fractures: 7 Common Risk Factors AND…The Breakthrough Training Tool Proven To Help You Return To Running Safely!

3 Effective Ways Ease Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis can be one of the most nagging and frustrating injuries a runner or athlete can experience. Approximately 10% of the population in the United States experience heel pain in a given year! It comes on out of nowhere and all of a sudden you have pain in your heel and in the bottom… Continue reading 3 Effective Ways Ease Plantar Fasciitis

Concussion, ACL Injury, and Youth Strength Training Tips

I recently had the pleasure of speaking to students, parents, and coaches at Bret Harte Middle School, in Almaden, about injury prevention in youth sports.  My goal was to draw awareness on the latest research in concussion management, ACL injury prevention, and strength training for young athletes. Sports injury prevention is a topic I feel… Continue reading Concussion, ACL Injury, and Youth Strength Training Tips

3 ‘Form Breaking’ Features of Running Shoes…What to Look for to Save Your Stride

It is estimated that up to 79% of runners become injured during a given year.  This is a large number for any one sport.  Research has look at strength, flexibility, volume of training, running surface, running form, and even shoe choice. I get asked all the time during running evaluations, “What are the best running… Continue reading 3 ‘Form Breaking’ Features of Running Shoes…What to Look for to Save Your Stride

5 ‘Simple’ Tips to Ease Lower Back Pain…Without Having to See a Doctor

At least 80% of the people in the US will experience lower back pain at some point in their lives.  An estimated 149 million days of work are lost each year due to lower back pain.  Back pain is the second most common cause of disability.  These are alarming stats. It is likely that you… Continue reading 5 ‘Simple’ Tips to Ease Lower Back Pain…Without Having to See a Doctor

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