Tag Archives: Exercise

Track Tuesday Speedwork: 400’s at 5k Pace

I know that it is Wednesday. But for the sake of continuity I’m still going to call this Track Tuesday, I believe that we can all be flexible with this. This workout utilizes the ever challenging 400 m. distance to … Continue reading

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Running while Pregnant

This is a fun topic for me because pre and post natal care is an area of specialty in my physical therapy practice, and as I write this I am 11 weeks pregnant. I promise that all of my posts … Continue reading

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5 Exercises for Leaner Legs

Whether you are cross training for running, cycling, or hiking around your home, leg strength is vital to success and prevention of injuries. Here is a 10 minute leg workout designed to strengthen the gluteals, hip adductors and abductors, quadriceps, … Continue reading

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On: Teamwork

Running can be a very personal and spiritual activity. I joke that it’s cheaper than therapy but it’s true. I have made some very substantial decisions regarding career choices and cross country moves on dirt trails in Colorado, Washington, and … Continue reading

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On: Foam Roller Exercise Progression I

The foam roller is one the most useful exercise tools in my home and in my physical therapy clinic. Beyond the common use for rolling out tight muscles, it can be used to mobilize most joints, and provides a dynamic … Continue reading

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Pelvic Pain

One of my areas of specialization as a physical therapist is in pelvic pain. People come in to my clinic across the age span for treatment of this often debilitating condition. I see it in new moms, runners, people who … Continue reading

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On: Pre-Race Rituals

While I’m not superstitious, I do observe a comfortable routine the week leading up to a race or event that I feel gives me confidence and helps me perform my best. Rituals and routines give us a mental framework to … Continue reading

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Pushing through Illness and Injury: When to Exercise, When to Rest

Today is Friday. It has been one week since my last run, and I am getting restless.  The reason for the break in training is this: I have the chest congestion, headache, sore throat, body ache bug that seems to … Continue reading

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Tips for Cold Weather Exercise

With winter upon us we are presented with a myriad of fun new exercise options including skiing, snowshoeing, and maintaining training runs. Additionally, we face new challenges with changes in weather in regards to our current exercise habits. Whether you … Continue reading

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Shoes

Allow me to introduce you to my shoes. This is my second pair of Brooks PureConnect. This particular pair and I have been running together for 6 months now, averaging anywhere from 15-30 miles per week, and still going strong. … Continue reading

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