Every runner yearns for a perfect eight hours of sleep the night before a big race. However, with the pressure of competing and winning the race, it is often easier said than done. When tossing and turning becomes the norm before a big event, it’s time for athletes to take concrete steps to get sufficient […]
How does a poor diet affect performance if it doesn’t make one gain weight? A daily diet of pizza, cookies and processed foods high in sugar and trans fat and low in fiber, affects more than your waistline—your lung capacity and immune system may suffer even if your skinny jeans still fit. That’s because your […]
A hamstring injury higher up on your leg, otherwise known as a proximal hamstring strain, is characterized by discomfort in the gluteus muscle where the hamstring originates, especially during the push-off phase of running and exercise. The harder you push, the harder it grabs. The hamstring, a set of three muscles running from your pelvic bone […]
Percussive therapy devices are mechanical massage tools used to aid in muscle recovery by stimulating blood flow and loosening tight tissues. While there were only a handful of options a few years ago, the marketplace is now exploding with everything from high-end offerings for physical therapists to do-it-yourself options hacked together with power tools. Below, is the […]
Muscle cramps are very common, affecting between 40 and 95 percent of athletes at some point (depending on which survey you read). As a result, they have been widely studied, yet no one really knows the full story about why they occur. Let’s firstly learn some theories regarding muscle cramps: Why do I get muscle […]
Foot care is a subject all distance runners should know about, preferably before they suffer from foot problems! No matter how well you’ve prepared and conditioned your feet prior to your run, you can’t predict what’s going to happen when you’re out on the trails. During distance running events, many competitors have foot issues […]
When it comes to running, once you reach the 10km mark it’s a common goal to try and run 10k in an hour – or less! After spending a few weeks or months building up your distance running abilities, it’s nice to change tact and focus on your speed a little. After all, you’ll likely find that your 10k […]
Obstacle races have exploded in popularity over the past few years. For many people, an adrenaline-fueled adventure is a lot more fun than running or biking in a straight line for hours on end. Also, when trained for and completed as a team, obstacle courses are a great outlet for building camaraderie and providing an […]
This sequence to prepare you for Tittibhasana strengthens the wrists, forearms and the belly while stretching the hamstrings all at the same time. It is a super fun way to fuse your mental and physical talents! It requires a balance of the two! Here are the steps to start: 1 – Beginning at the front of […]
In this pose you automatically become more alert in both body and mind, and it opens the heart area and increases flexibility in the spine. As you breathe into your chest, bring your awareness to Anahata, the heart chakra to release emotions and express compassion. How To Perform • Bend your knees and place your […]