by heather | Jun 24, 2022 | exercise tips, gluteus medius, mommy belly, transverse abdominis, wall sit exercise | Livestrong
This Livestrong article by Greg Presto, CPT discusses several reasons why you might want to try some variations of the well known wall sit exercise to strengthen your hips and pelvic floor. I really enjoyed this conversation with Greg, and here are some of my...
by heather | Jun 2, 2022 | athletic training, exercise tips | Healthline
Applying the Principle of Specificity for Exercise Can Reap Huge Benefits Whether you’re looking to improve athletic performance, increase skill level, or boost overall fitness, applying the principle of specificity can help you get the results you need in a timely...
by heather | May 3, 2022 | age related disease, bone health, osteoporosis, strong bones | Blog
May is Osteoporosis Awareness Month. Did you know that Physical Therapists are an essential member of your interdisciplinary care team? With life expectancy increasing it is becoming more evident that bone health and fall prevention are key to a good quality of...
by heather | Apr 17, 2022 | exercise tips, long distance running, post-run recovery, workout recovery | Blog
Building Your Own Post-run Recovery Routine A very important component of any running program, ranging from a 5 km (3.1 miles) race to an ultra-marathon (anything more than a marathon which is 26.2 miles), is adequate recovery. Many people neglect this portion of...
by heather | Apr 10, 2022 | athletic training, exercise tips, long distance running | Blog
10 Strength, Conditioning, and Balance Exercises for Marathon Runners Leading up to the Boston Marathon, I have been incorporating these 10 key exercises into my weekly routine (3x/week) to keep my body strong and balanced. Check out videos of these exercises here...