Every runner wants to increase their overall mileage. Unfortunately, many beginner runners let their enthusiasm override their body’s needs. As a result, they may develop running injuries that cut their miles per week down to zero. Building mileage takes time, consistency, and workouts to improve your stamina. You don’t have to wait months to see … Read more
Whether training for a race, trying to stay in shape, or just wanting to be healthier, we all have intentions of exercising or being more active. So why is it then, that so many of us fall short when it comes to our goals of being active? I see it all the time when it … Read more
Half Marathon Training can be daunting, especially if you are not a runner or just starting out. As I discussed in the previous blog post in this series, you have to be to a certain level of activity and fitness before really beginning specific training leading up to the half marathon. In that post, I … Read more
Welcome 2019! With a new year comes new years resolutions and new emphasis and drive to exercise and become healthier. It used to be that I hated new years resolutions and thought they were pointless because most of the time people don’t follow through with them. The longer I am a Physical Therapist and even … Read more
The weather is finally warm, and running season is in full swing! These days, it is amazing how many options we have in Utah for running events. Ragnar’s Wasatch Back relay just finished, and there are almost countless half marathons, marathons, triathlons, and hybrids out there. What a great state to live in with such … Read more
I love the Fall running season. The temperatures are cooler and running through the fall leaves is amazing. The only thing better will be running in the snow! This running season has been fun treating quite a variety of runners. I have seen everything from the most seasoned ultra marathoner, to runners just beginning their … Read more
