Can hip strengthening improve my run form?
Clinically, we often see lower extremity injuries in patients with hip weakness. This hip weakness can also manifest itself in run form impairments. What does hip weakness look like while running? Hip drop and/or [...]
Male and female runners demonstrate different sagittal plane mechanics as a function of static hamstring flexibility
Our PTs know and understand the literature when it comes to treating injuries, especially in runners. We take advantage of the wealth of published research that few runners and even PTs utilize. Knowledge is power. [...]
The Delicate Balance of Running
Running is a delicate balance of many moving parts. It is a complex system of dozens of muscles, joints, bones, tendons, and ligaments working together. It is a desirable strain on the cardiovascular system. [...]
Need a Breath Freshener? Breathing Patterns for Runners
Depending on the pace, we take anywhere from 30-60 breaths a minute when running. But if you ask most runners how they breathe when they run, they don't know the answer. Breathing awareness can [...]
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Myofascial Massage: Restoring Movement and Reducing Pain
If you’ve ever felt like your body is locked up with knots, stiffness, or tension that just won’t go [...]
Join The Running PTs Team: Full-Time Physical Therapist Opportunities Across the Triangle
Are you a passionate Physical Therapist looking to make a real impact on patients’ lives? The Running PTs, a [...]
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