Hip Adduction Part II: Solutions to Mobility and Stability
In Part I of this series, I discussed what hip adduction is and why it’s crucial for good movement, balance and sports performance. In this post I’ll give some ways to self-assess your hip adduction...
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Reading & Learning: “Real Movement” by Adam Wolf, PT
I am reading with much enthusiasm the book Real Movement by physical therapist and massage therapist Adam Wolf, aka the Biomechanical Detective. In a big way, it’s like re-reading a very good book that...
View ArticleFeet & Toes Should Be Strong and Able
When was the last time you walked into the gym and said, “Okay, it’s foot day! Let’s get to work?” Most of us aren’t too excited about building strong, healthy feet, probably not until we encounter...
View ArticleGot Shoulders?
The shoulder joint is the most mobile joint in the body. That’s a good thing! When combined with good spine mobility, our shoulders allow our arms to reach, throw, pull, and push from all sorts of...
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Posterior Tibialis Tendinitis: The Resolution
I wrote recently about my experience with posterior tibialis tendinitis. This post continues the analysis of the problem and solutions that helped resolve the problem. Posterior tibialis actions The...
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Competitor Running Article: Benefits of the Single-leg Tube Squat
One version of the 1-leg tube squat. The Benefits of the Single-leg Tubing Squat is for runners who want to build leg and hip strength that will transfer to running. This exercise may help you overcome...
View ArticleTraining Update: 10 Days Until Behind the Rocks
I’m running the Behind the Rocks 30k in Moab, Utah on March 23rd. It’s my first race of the season and my first race since my calf injury last year. I’m happy to report that all my parts feel strong....
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8 Ways to Improve Your Running Posture
The position of the trunk and hips is critical for efficient, healthy running. I’m pleased to share 8 Ways to Improve Your Running Posture, my latest article in Podium Runner. Running posture is vital...
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Glutes: Linear and Rotational Training
I’ve had a lightbulb moment thanks to an Instagram post by Brett “the Glute Guy” Contreras, PhD. (I wish I’d saved the post. Now I can’t find it… Oh well.) He described training the glutes in both a...
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Got Pain? Don’t Stretch, Strengthen.
If you’re like many runners, stretching is your first course of action when you feel pain. Sore Achilles tendon? Stretch the calf. Sore knee? Stretch the quads or the IT band. The problem is, tight...
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