Ask anyone who isn’t a regular runner, and they’ll probably say they avoid running because they dislike it. Yet, if you asked their six-year-old self, they’d likely sprint off to show how much they loved running back then. So what changed? Why do so many adults develop a strong aversion to running? I can sum…
Stop running if you’re in pain. Seriously. One of the most common sentences we hear when working with a patient in pain is: “My (insert body part) hurts when I (insert activity).”“My back hurts when I run.”“My shoulder hurts when I lift weights overhead.”“My right elbow hurts when I’m giving kittens belly rubs while practicing ninja…
Running is a popular and accessible way to burn calories and get fit! You don’t need a gym membership or equipment — just step out your door and start running. However, running is notorious for injuries. Approximately 70% of people who take up running will eventually experience injuries, mainly due to repetitive overuse. These injuries…