Shin splints, or Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome, is generally described as pain felt in the lower two-thirds of the tibia upon exertion. It is essentially an overuse injury caused by...
Before I get into specific stretches, it is important to understand why injury reducing stretches for runners are important. Why Should Stretching Be Part Of A Runner's Regular Routine? Running is a...
Footwear is a crucial piece of equipment for a runner. It is critical to find a shoe that compliments their gait; this enables them to not only run more efficiently...
Do you suffer from aching or sharp pain in the back of your heel? Swelling and redness? You may have Achilles tendinitis. Various conditions can affect the Achilles tendon to cause...
What are Compression Socks? Compression socks are designed specifically to help push blood up the legs and towards the heart. They come in all shapes and sizes, from knee-highs and thigh-highs...
It is a common misconception that a runner only needs one pair of shoes. True, the beauty of the sport is that it requires minimal financial investment and in theory,...
Tight calves are one of the most common soft tissue issues I see. As a population, the majority of our movement is forward-based, so the muscles on the backside of...
Being down-and-out with an injury isn't just painful – it can be mentally frustrating too. For injuries that are isolated to one part of your body, the first step is the...
"I’m too busy", “If only I had more time", "I don’t have time to exercise" These are common statements made by too many people, even from those who want to healthy...
I have always been a runner who likes to run very much on ‘feel’. Do I ‘feel’ like I am pushing the effort? Do I ‘feel’ like I can maintain...