Compression: A Growing Cult
Calf compression sleeves can be seen in every race these days.. but is there any research to back up their claims of faster running… is it worth squeezing these tight garments on for a
Getting Established: Recover From a Running Injury
Recovering from a running injury requires a systematic approach, one that shows progress, plateau, and progression. Let’s get started. You’re injured. It’s been weeks since you’ve ran & all you’ve heard is “rest”. It
Aqua Jogging: Is the Belt Useful?
We’re talking aqua jogging. The free-floating act of running in place for ten’s of minutes to “rehab ourselves”. You strap on the funny belt, walk to the edge and murmur, “Here’s goes nothing.” The
The Icy Abyss
You get back from a long, hard, run on your quest to have your best race ever. You read somewhere that ice baths are a great way to reduce soreness and improve recovery. You
Running yourself out of running.
Running is more violent than you think. Sure, there’s no blows to the head (although it has happened to me while trail running) or open field tackling, but every time you contact the ground
Avoiding the Boot: Stress Fractures and Running
It’s the middle of summer and you’re lugging around a nasty over sized boot on your right/left foot. It’s not the latest fashion trend, nor is it comfortable. You’re in a walking boot because