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How To Use a Foam Roller To Warm Up and Cool Down

Article added March 16, 2020 Categories Essential Gear, Featured Beginners, Injury Prevention, Training, Uncategorized
Written By: Michelle Hamilton

These moves will boost flexibility and recovery before and after your run. Chances are you already know all about the benefits of foam rolling for your daily runs. But if you just use a foam roller to rehab injured muscles, you’re not getting the most out of it. Foam rollers—which come in a variety of densities and […]

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3 Essential Foot Exercises That Strengthen Your Feet for Running

Article added February 12, 2020 Categories Beginners Training, Featured Training, Injury Prevention, Uncategorized
Written By: NATASCHA GRIEF

One of the most important factors for a better run is a set of healthy, happy feet. Ask runners which muscles are the most important to strengthen for a more efficient stride, and they will most likely tick off a list that includes quads, glutes, hamstrings, or calves. While these powerful movers are important for building strength and speed, they shouldn’t get all the glory. […]

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6 Glute Bridge Exercises You’ll Definitely Feel the Next Day

Article added January 29, 2020 Categories Beginners Training, Featured Training, Injury Prevention, Training
Written By: DANIELLE ZICKL

All you need is a mini band. Your glutes (more commonly known as your butt) make up the largest muscle group in your body. And they’re also the muscles responsible for powering you up a climb or throw down in a sprint, so it’s important to dedicate time strengthen them specifically. While hip flexion and extension are important for running […]

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