by Heather Jeffcoat, PT, DPT | 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 Jeffcoat, PT, DPT | 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 Jeffcoat, PT, DPT | 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 Jeffcoat, PT, DPT | 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...
by Heather Jeffcoat, PT, DPT | Apr 3, 2022 | exercise tips, long distance running, marathon training | Blog
Road to Boston Marathon Part 1 A Tribute to the First Female Runners in the Boston Marathon On April 18, 2022 I am excited and grateful to be able to run the historic and prestigious Boston Marathon! As a physical therapist at Fusion Wellness /Femina Physical Therapy...
