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Hip Strength and Running Related Leg Injuries
Sport Injuries
Hip Pain
,
Knee Pain
,
Running
,
Strength Training
In prior posts, we have discussed the importance of hip strengthening among runners. There is a strong correlation between hip
Conservative Treatment of an ACL Tear
Sport Injuries
ACL
,
Physical Therapy
,
Treatment Options
In the last few years, research has been published challenging the commonly held belief that every ACL tear should have
The Importance of Ankle Mobility for Proper Knee Mechanics
Conditions
Ankle Pain
,
Knee Pain
,
Mobility
In a previous post, we detailed the latest research on the importance of ankle mobility on knee mechanics. During weight
IF I Lift Weights Slower Will I Improve My Muscle Size?
Health & Performance
Exercise
,
Sports Performance
,
Strength Training
It seems there is not much eccentric exercises cannot do between healing injured tissue, improving mobility and strength, and now
The Best Weight Training Exercises To Reduce Injury Risk in Runners
Sport Injuries
Exercise
,
Injury Prevention
,
Running
,
Strength Training
Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise due to its’ accessibility, low equipment cost, and health benefits.
Hamstring Injuries in Runners - Risk Factors, Symptoms, Management and Prevention
Sport Injuries
Injury Prevention
,
Running
,
Treatment Options
Running remains one of the most popular forms of exercise due to its’ affordability, accessibility, and health benefits. The popularity
Optimizing Your Warm and Cool Down with Foam Rolling and Dynamic Stretching
Health & Performance
Recovery
,
Stretching
Photo Credit: Rollrecovery.com The warm up is an essential element of any strength and endurance training session. Starting your workouts
The Impact of Fatigue on Swimming Mechanics
Sport Injuries
Shoulder Pain
,
Sports Performance
Our prior posts on swimming have focused on the benefits of strength training and race pacing during a swim event.
Knee Injury Risk Influenced by Neurological and Cognitive Testing
Sport Injuries
ACL
,
Injury Prevention
,
Knee Pain
In prior posts we have discussed the rising rates of ACL injuries among adolescent injuries. In particular, among females who
Maximizing Hamstring Recruitment During Exercise
Health & Performance
Exercise
,
Strength Training
The hamstrings are an essential component of the posterior chain of muscles stabilizing our back and legs. Despite the hamstring's
The Health Benefits of Sprinting versus Long Distance Running
Health & Performance
Running
,
Sports Performance
Running is one of the most popular sports in Boulder, Colorado with many individuals taking advantage of our many trail
Eccentric Strength Training for Muscle Strength and Hypertrophy
Health & Performance
Exercise
,
Strength Training
Eccentric training involves a focused, slow muscle contraction in which the muscle lengthens. For example, as you lower a weight
Should I Use A Straight Or Hex Bar For Deadlifts?
Health & Performance
Strength Training
The deadlift remains one of the best exercises to target the posterior chain of muscles spanning from the shoulder to
Stretching One Joint Improves Whole Body Flexibility
Health & Performance
Mobility
,
Stretching
Most of us perform stretching and mobility as a complement to our endurance and strength training. Mobility work clearly has
Strengthening The Core Of The Foot For Plantar Fasciitis
Conditions
Strength Training
In previous posts we have discussed the association between our intrinsic (core) foot strength and foot function during walking and
Impact of Stress on Exercise Gains
Health & Performance
Exercise
,
Strength Training
In a prior post we discussed the impact of sleep deprivation on athletic performance. As our schedules become busier we often
Which Exercises Promote The Best Hamstring Activation
Health & Performance
Exercise
,
Strength Training
The hamstrings are a group of 3 muscles running from the pelvis to the back of the knee. These muscles
No Correlation Found Between MRI Findings And Spinal Stenosis Symptoms
Treatments
Photo Credit: radiopaedia.org Lumbar stenosis is a spinal condition where nerves are compressed by the bony canals in our spine. When
The Impact of Hamstring Flexibility on Hamstring Injuries
Sport Injuries
Injury Prevention
,
Stretching
In our prior posts on injury prevention in sports we have highlighted the importance of training volume management, balance training,
Does Leg Weakness Lead to Knee Osteoarthritis?
Conditions
Knee Pain
,
Physical Therapy
,
Strength Training
,
Treatment Options
Knee arthritis is a common, costly condition affecting a large percentage of middle aged and older adults. Physical Therapy remains the
Which Disciplines Contribute Most to Triathlon Performance?
Health & Performance
Running
,
Sports Performance
Triathlon athletes have varying distances to compete in from shorter sprint races to longer Ironman distance events. As the events
Increased Risk of ACL Re Injury Among NSAID Users
Sport Injuries
ACL
,
Rehabilitation
In our previous posts we have detailed the risk factors for ACL injury and the effectiveness of Physical Therapy to
Influence of Running Shoe Drop on Injury Risk
Sport Injuries
Running
In our previous posts on running shoes we have described the limitations of orthotics and shoe wear to alter foot,
Higher Intensity Exercise Leads to Greater Disease Risk Reductions
Health & Performance
Exercise
Colorado remains one of the fittest states in the Colorado with low rates of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and other
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