Two common spring and summer sports are track and field and lacrosse. Some of the injuries in these sports actually overlap because of the amount of running required in both. Here are some common track and lacrosse injuries and how to deal with them: * Shin splints -...
The spring and summer provide lots of opportunities to get outside and play sports. Unfortunately injuries can also be commonplace, but if you know some basic tips for prevention and rehabilitation the time spent on the sidelines can be limited. Here are some common spring-summer sports injuries...
Some new moms, and dads, put on the “baby-weight” after the baby is born. The freedom to go to the gym, and having the time to grocery shop and prepare healthy meals is no longer so easy. The first few weeks of sleep deprivation, adjusting...
If you are feeling a little thick around the middle, but are feeling overwhelmed just thinking about making lifestyle changes, you can count on one hand ways to get started on the right track. 1. It cannot be said enough, drink 8-10 glasses of water at...
Just like there’s pregame strategy involved in sports such as football and basketball, there are some moves a runner can make that will help them have a more successful day. Take a little time to think about where you’re going to go and how you’re going...
In recent weeks I’ve established on my blogs that even elite marathoners put in some of their training mileage inside by running on treadmills. On those days that you do decide to run outside - ideally, it’s good to get a mix of both treadmill and...
Continuing with my basic running tips, here are five more suggestions to get you moving better than ever. 1. The trimmer you are, the easier it will be to run. Losing weight and running often go hand in hand and if you’re lighter it will be...
If walking is the most natural physical movement we do as people, then running would have to be No. 2. Making the transition from walking to running as we get older can sometimes be difficult, though, because the added stress of running can be tough...
Does training for and competing in a local 5K (3.1 miles) race sound like something you’d be interested in? It’s a great way to get into better shape, challenge yourself and also see how you match up against others. But if it’s been a while since you’ve...
For many people who have grown up playing team sports, when those days end a competitive void can be left. Turning to distance running can satisfy that urge to compete - against others and even moreso against oneself. Whether it’s 5K or 10K runs, or even marathons,...