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The Top 3 Injury Prevention Exercises for Runners

Running is a sport that is often associated with various injuries, and usually for good reason. But although the continuous motion of running can be …

It can be tough to tell whether you’re experiencing running pain or just general discomforts that come along with training. Here are 5 signs of a running injury that you cannot ignore. Learn how to prevent running injuries by recognizing the signs – whether it’s pain in your foot, hip, calf, knee, ankle or anywhere else. #runninginjuries #runningpain #healthyrunning

5 Signs of a Running Injury: Is It Running Pain or Discomfort?

If you’ve never run before, the sport itself might look a bit painful. After all, it’s hard to imagine that the repetitive pounding of running …

Rest days play a role of great importance in any training plan or fitness regime. There are many ways to enhance the benefits of rest and recovery days, such as stretching, relaxing, or incorporating active recovery. Checkout this guide for what to do on rest days to keep you strong and injury free. #restdays #recoveryday #activerecovery

7 Ways to Make the Most of Rest and Recovery Days

Updated: April 30, 2020 With so much emphasis placed on showing up and never giving up, we often find ourselves feeling guilty when it’s time …

These 6 balance exercises are essential for all athletes, especially runners hoping to remain injury free. Incorporate a simple stability training workout each week to improve your balance, strength, stability and stay strong on the run. #balanceexercises #balancetraining #stabilityexercises

6 Full Body Balance Exercises for Runners

Most runners understand the importance of completing strength training exercises. We schedule in weekly sessions filled with squats, lunges, clamshells, stretches, foam rolling and so …