Posts Tagged ‘running’
Knee Arthritis: Does Running Really Make it Worse?
If this question was asked 20 years ago, the quick and common answer would be “YES”. Intuitively, it makes sense that running would increase arthritis. If you consider the contact of the foot on the ground, over and over, for miles and miles, the wear and tear seems probable. Luckily, research continues to find that running does NOT progress knee arthritis. For…
Read MoreVideo Blog: “Lean Into the Wind”
Last month, Pilates for Triathletes Run Part II: “Lean Into the Wind” was published in the Pilates for Triathletes Series. The blog discussed the importance of neutral spine for optimal running. This is a continuation of that blog post. Below is a short video (2:16 min) on how to master: “Lean Into the Wind.”
Read MorePilates for Triathletes Run Part II: “Lean Into the Wind”
Running. You either love it or you hate it. But, because it is a convenient form of exercise, a lot of people choose to run…with or without the love. And, most runners don’t usually think about their trunk position while running; they just get up and run. However, the position of the spine in space has significant impact on musculoskeletal…
Read MorePilates for Triathletes Run Part I: The Single Leg Squat
Whether you’re the occasional, recreational, or elite runner, there is one common link that should exist between all runners. It is independent of how the foot hits the ground or if the shoe is $50 or $250. It is also independent of age. The common link that should exist with all runners is: a strong, stable and efficient hip-pelvic-core complex. The parts…
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