For my athletes: Avoiding the Bonk
An NPR Weekend Edition link to a story about a marathoner who decided to create a formula for how to avoid the bonk (aka hitting the wall) during marathons and other long duration athletic events.
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Tips to Avoid MRSA as You Hit the Gym
Make a resolution to become more fit in 2011? Does that include more time at the gym? If so, make sure you take a look at this article about MRSA infections (methicillin-resistant staphylococcus...
View ArticleWarrior Dash: Adult Dream or ER Visit Waiting to Happen?
A friend of mine (in an incredible act of bravery, or, well, um, bravery) signed up for something called the Warrior Dash. Imagine a big, 5K obstacle course for adults – crawling under wire, slogging...
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The Lactic Acid Legend
Since I started training as a massage therapist I’ve heard the same statement hundreds of times: “Massage reduces lactic acid in muscles. This reduces post-exercise soreness and removes the lactic...
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The Dilemma: Heat or Ice for Injuries and Aches
Right after an injury, our first instinct is to touch or hold the area. After that, we start trying to figure out how to treat it. In the case of muscle or tissue injury, one of the most basic...
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Runners Knee: Iliotibial Band Syndrome
As the weather gets warmer, the runners and cyclist start their training. One of the most common injuries among runners and cyclists is IT Band Syndrome. The article below explains IT Band Syndrome...
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Feet of Steel – Strengthen and Stretch Daily
For my athletes, marathoners and runners, I’ve got a great link with some well-described stretches and strengthening exercises to prevent injury and keep your feet and ankles strong. I’ve only listed...
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Doctors’ New Advice for Joint Pain: Move It!
It’s official. Doctors now advise movement and strengthening exercises as treatment for the aching and sore joints of osteoarthritis rather than suggesting a reduction in activity and encouraging...
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Massage “Fore” Golfers
With better weather come the golfers – warming up their game from weeks or months off during the winter months, and coaxing the body into returning to the great form they had as they left off last...
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When to Head to the Doctor for Muscle Pain and Discomfort
Clients come in with muscle pain all the time. My active clients come in with soreness and aches related to their exercise schedule or new activities. Sedentary clients come in with muscle pain from...
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