Whether you are a barefoot or conventional runner, strength training should be an integral part of your conditioning program. Strength training for runners should emphasize the abdominals and core stability. A little side note on core stability (anytime we talk about the core, I repeat this note): most people believe that core stability is …
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Mike’s Movement: What is recovery and how to avoid overtraining?
Recovery is the practice of finding a key balance between working enough and resting enough. If we don’t rest enough, our performance could suffer as we enter a zone of overtraining. If we rest too much, we may miss out on gains that could hold us back from our goals. In order for us to get the …
Therapeutic Exercise For Knees
Knee pain – whether from arthritis, overuse, malalignment, or injury – results in losing range of motion, weakness, and giving way. Stability of the knee depends on the strength of the muscles surrounding the joint and the ligaments within the joint. Therapeutic exercises are key to overcoming any knee problem. The goals are to regain normal strength, flexibility, endurance, …
Mike’s Movement: Introducing Recovery
Over the past several months, we have learned why it is important to be fundamentally sound in our body’s ability to move. Missed those lessons? Check out my Blog post series, called Mike’s Movement, here. Not only is understanding functional movement necessary to prevent injury, but it’s also important if you want to realize your …
How to apply ice and heat?
Earlier this week, we discussed when you should apply ice and heat. Missed it? Read it here. Today, let’s go over how to apply that ice and heat. Ice / Cold is an anti inflammatory, numbing treatment that can help decrease pain and swelling. It is used in the acute (early) phase after …
Hot or Cold? Which do I use?
Tidewater Physical Therapy’s clinicians are often asked by injured athletes (both on the field and adults who workout), “which is best, hot or cold?” The answer is both, depending on the situation. There are some quick guidelines you can follow. Think of it this way. An athlete warms up before an event and …
Mike’s Movement: Corrective Exercise
Over the past few months, we have discussed the concept of functional movement, an injury prediction tool called the Functional Movement Screen (FMS), and a more diagnostic tool called the Selective Functional Movement Screen (SFMA). Now that we understand the basis of functional movement and which movements are dysfunctional, it’s time to do something …
Understanding Fall Prevention Before the Holidays (and older relatives arrive for a visit)
The holidays – and family celebrations – are upon us. We emphasize family this time of year especially because the fall and winter celebrations often offer us a time to slow down, reconnect and embrace loves ones and spend time with those we don’t see during the hustle and bustle of the year. …
Simple Exercises To Help Re-ENERGIZE At Work
Need to re-energize at work? A great way to loosen up those tight muscles and to prevent fatigue is to perform stretching exercises throughout your work day. A mini-break here and there adds up! Upper Trap Gently grasp the side of your head while reaching behind your back with the other hand. Tilt your …
