Category Archives: Fitness

The Art Of Physical Therapy For Runners

As I complete my fourth week of physical therapy, I am impressed by the knowledge and skill of my physical therapist. As runners, many of us have learned the hard way that just because your left knee hurts doesn’t mean … Continue reading

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Ramping Up And Holding Back

I am that stage of my injury recovery when I need to be holding back, but my spring race calendar is telling me that I should be ramping up. I feel good enough that I could run longer without immediate … Continue reading

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Five Things I Learned About Nutrition For Runners

As someone who’s been running for 18 years and eating for many more, you might think I’d know all there is to know about nutrition for runners, but that’s not the case. In my early years of running I was … Continue reading

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Graston Treatment For Plantar Fasciitis

I thought my plantar fasciitis was almost gone until a very easy five mile hike brought it back with a vengeance. With my first spring race lurking on the next page of the calendar (March 4th!) I decided to seek … Continue reading

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Five Whys To Go Red For Women

Did you know that today is National Wear Red Day®? It’s the day the American Heart Association encourages us to Go Red For Women, wear red to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, and donate to support research on the prevention and … Continue reading

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