Can You Walk With a Torn ACL?
In short, the answer is yes‚you can walk with a torn ACL. But there are caveats. First, a story. I remember straining my medial collateral ligament (MCL) during college football…
3 Tips for Better Sleep After Meniscus Surgery
Leaving the comfort and attention you get in the hospital after arthroscopic surgery can create a bit of separation anxiety. What now? you ask as you stand up on your…
Can You Run With Achilles Tendonitis?
Let’s get straight to the point: Can you run with Achilles tendonitis? The answer, in short, is yes. The real question is, should you run with Achilles tendonitis? That answer…
3 Ways to Improve Running Ergonomics and the Kinetic Chain
Going for a jog is far more complex than might meet the eye. Every motion—every single stride—is the product of a small orchestra conducted by your body. The bones, muscles,…
Can You Walk On A Sprained Ankle?
Ah, our old friend the sprained ankle. It always seems to happen when we least expect, doesn’t it? Walking too close to the edge of the sidewalk. Coming down the…
How to Increase Your Running Distance Safely
Establishing and maintaining a running program is always a challenge. Staying consistent, keeping things interesting, and pushing past the wall requires commitment. Adding more miles can be a whole other…
4 Simple Ways to Prevent an ACL Tear
It’s the pop that no one ever wants to hear. The knee buckles, the athlete goes down, and the season is over. An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear can be…
What’s the Difference Between Static and Dynamic Stretching?
Stretching is a lot like flossing. We know that it’s important and that we should be doing it. We know that it helps our bodies in the long run. Yet…
5 Workouts for People With Fall Risk
Fall risk is inherent to certain activities no matter who you are. Yet, some conditions increase fall risk during certain types of movement and exercise. One in four Americans aged…
Why Your Body Needs Rest Days
There is a hero in us all that loves to “just push through.” Push through the pain. Push through the fatigue, soreness, and hunger. While there is nothing wrong with…