First we called it “stretching.” Then, the word stretching went out of fashion and we started calling it “flexibility.” Soon, “flexibility” was no longer in vogue and we started calling it “mobility.” And I have to admit, I do like “mobility” best as it gets at the end goal (optimal mobility) as opposed to the…
The reason we run differs for each individual. It could be to run a certain time, lose weight, for the long-term health benefits or for pure enjoyment. The list is endless and it’s always a joy to help athletes to move steps closer to hitting those goals. Something that often gets in the way of…
Eggs are good for you. Eggs are bad for you. Eggs are good for you. If you’re middle-aged like I am, you’re used to conflicting advice on everything from nutrition to stretching to training volume and intensity. The same goes for ice baths. There are so many conflicting reports that it’s hard to know what…
During the running boom in the 1970’s, running was gadget-free. Pull up any running or racing photo from this era and what you don’t see are watch-laden wrists, arms strapped with iPhones, chests with heart monitor straps or headphones dangling from ears. Today it’s rare to see a runner leave the house without one or…
Your running shoes are your best friend. -Emily Harrison The beauty of running lies in its simplicity. All you need is your favorite pair of shoes and you’re on your way. This simplicity has been overshadowed lately with the explosion of technology, ranging from GPS watches with options for tracking heart rate, cadence and oscillation,…
