A lot is believed and said about Iliotibial Band (IT Band) injuries, but are they all true? As with many issues or injuries, we cannot always trust “internet doctors.” Lets begin with just what is the Iliotibial Band? The IT band is a thick band of fibrous tissue that...
Running Injuries- They are the bane of most runners. Having to take days, weeks or even months sometimes due to injury is something everyone hates. As a result, many scour the internet and take advice from others on how to avoid or recover from (pick the injury). But...
The Achilles tendon is the connection between the gastrocnemius (calf) muscle and calcaneus or heel bone. Its function is to plantarflexion the foot. OR in basic terms, push off while walking or rise up onto the toes. The Achilles is extremely strong with an ability...
Being this is high time for fall race season, I felt the need to share a few tips on post run recovery. Whether you are running a 5K, half or full marathon, some basic post-run things can be done to help you feel better and avoid injury. Many individuals unknowingly...