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How to conquer your long run
The “long run” is an important part of your weekly training. However, long runs take a lot out of you mentally and physically.
Exercises to reduce knee soreness
As you become more active than normal, your body may start to ache in different areas. The most common area for aches and pains is your knees because they experience the most pounding during training.
An athlete's best recovery advice
Many athletes look forward to their new PRs and the opportunity to play again. However, recovery is a very important part of reaching that new PR
Preventing hamstring strain
Hamstring strains can wreak havoc on a runner’s training program. Unfortunately, hamstring strains are very common, slow healing and often result in persistent symptoms.
Injury proof your body
Training for a half or full marathon puts a lot of stress on your body. If you don’t take care of it, it will break down and injury will follow. Here are a few ways that you can injury-proof your body for the training season
Back pain while running
Back pain affects nearly 80 percent of all people at some point in their lives, and it can be both a mentally and physically affective condition
Treadmill vs. road
Many runners debate the question, "should I train on a treadmill or on the road?" Both have benefits and limitations.
The importance of cross training
Runners tend to be in good shape when training since programs force runners to jog multiple times a week and do hill workouts, tempo runs and speed work.
Exercise strong with strong glutes
When we exercise, our glutes help us to stabilize our pelvis and our hips. Building the glutes will increase your power as you exercise. Here are a few exercises to help you be injury-free while you train.
The importance of core
Is your back sore after you exercise? If you have a sore back, especially after intense workouts, it could be that you have not been strengthening your core.
Compassionate, comprehensive care
At Prevea Health, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive array of medical services for you and your loved ones, including family medicine, urgent care and specialty medicine. You’ll receive exceptional, compassionate care.