Middle Back Mobility: Why You Need It and How To Get It
Restriction in the upper/middle back, or thoracic spine (T-Spine), is one of the most common areas of the body to tighten up. And it's insidious, too. That is, the tightness evolves slowly month by...
View ArticleSome Quick Thoughts On Calf and Hamstring Cramps
I've had several clients over the years who've sought my help because they were prone to these types of muscle cramps and I've noticed a few patterns I thought I'd share with you. Continue reading →
View ArticleNose Breathing For ALL Runs?
I was recently asked for some clarification regarding my nose breathing post. In it, I detail all of the benefits of breathing solely through the nose. (There are a lot) The question I received was...
View ArticleThe Form Flaw You’re Not Seeing
There's been a ton of focus in recent years on running form. Yet certain aspects of form have gotten WAY more 'press' than others. I'm thinking specifically of footstrike. Forefoot? Mid-foot? Heel...
View Article5 Shoe Characteristics That Are Ruining Your Life
The vast majority of casual AND training shoes on the market are not designed to allow our foot to function optimally – even though they may be marketed as such. Continue reading →
View ArticleQuick and Easy Test For Proper Shoe Fit
In my last post, I discussed the tapered toe box and why its so problematic. Then it occurred to me you may want a simple way to discern if the shoe you're considering buying makes the grade. Here ya...
View ArticleShoe Flaw #2: The Elevated Heel
One of my mentors, Charlie Weingroff, put it best when he said, “the elevated heel is the bane of all human movement.” Ouch! Pretty harsh words, right? What's so bad about an elevated heel? And what...
View ArticleThe Most Common Injury That Haunts You To This Day
Just like lots of other injuries, surgeries, impacts, traumas, and sometimes just garden variety dings that we sustain over the years, an ankle sprain leaves an imprint on the brain. And it is likely...
View ArticleCase Study: Mysterious Hip Pain - Pro-Tip: Consider the Whole Person
Today I had an amazing professional experience. A client, who back in September suffered a hip injury, is now able to run again after a single session. Here's what happened... Continue reading →
View ArticleCase Study: Fix The Cause, Not The Symptom - Improving core and ankle...
I recently worked with someone who is training for the Boston Marathon, but was sidelined due to knee pain. We met for 2 (TWO) sessions and she's back to full-on training! Continue reading →
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