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Guide to Strength Training for Runners: Impact of Exercises

Guide to Strength Training for Runners: Impact of Exercises

Introduction Strength training for runners, often transcending its conventional bounds of muscle building and lifting heavy weights, offers myriad benefits. This guide illuminates strength training’s role in enhancing performance, preventing injuries, and achieving a balanced, healthy physique through regular strength training. Integrating strength and bodyweight exercises into your training schedule could be the game-changer you […]

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Leg Pain After Running: What’s Normal and What’s Not

Introduction Running is a popular form of cardio that benefits the heart, lungs, and mental health. However, it’s a high-impact activity that puts significant stress on the leg muscles, connective tissue, and bone tissue. Understanding the fine line between normal post-run discomfort and potential signs of common leg pain after running is essential. This distinction

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The Climber’s Guide to Managing Elbow Pain Climbing

The Climber’s Guide to Managing Elbow Pain Climbing

Introduction Elbow pain from climbing is a frequent complaint among climbing enthusiasts, ranging from novices to professionals. Climbing, by its nature, demands repetitive arm movements and gripping, which can exert considerable strain on the elbow joints and surrounding tissues. This continuous stress may lead to various types of elbow injuries, affecting climber’s performance and potentially

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Biceps Tendonitis: Expert Physical Therapy Solutions

Physical Therapy Treatments for Relief of Biceps Tendonitis

Introduction Biceps tendonitis is a condition that strikes athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and even those engaged in routine physical activities. Characterized by pain and tenderness in the front of the shoulder or upper arm bone, it can significantly impact one’s quality of life and ability to perform everyday tasks. Fortunately, physical therapy offers hope, providing relief

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Foot Injuries from Running: Tips to Avoid Them

Introduction Running is a popular activity or form of exercise that is known for its numerous health benefits. It can improve cardiovascular health and boost mental well-being. However, the repetitive impact and stress on the feet can lead to various injuries that affect runners, from beginners to elite athletes. Understanding the common foot injuries from

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Managing Bodybuilding Injuries

Recovery Strategies for Bodybuilding Injuries

Introduction Bodybuilding is a rigorous and demanding sport that leads to different types of injuries if not performed correctly. In this article, we will explore the most common bodybuilding injuries, immediate response measures, recovery strategies, prevention tips, and how to safely return to training after an injury. For both seasoned bodybuilders and newcomers, grasping injury

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How to Avoid Skiing Injuries

Ski season is approaching fast! There’s nothing better than hitting the slopes and enjoying the fresh powder, but it’s important to stay safe while you’re doing it. Skiing can be a dangerous sport if you’re not careful, and injuries are all too common. Want to know how to avoid skiing injuries this upcoming ski season?

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Old Injury Pain Treatment: How Physical Therapy Can Help

If you’re like most people, you probably don’t think about physical therapy until you need it. And when that time comes, it’s usually because of an old injury that’s been causing pain and discomfort for a while. You’re not alone. More than one-third of adults in the United States have reported experiencing chronic pain in

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How Effective is Physical Therapy for Chronic Pain?

Chronic pain can happen to anyone in any part of the body. According to 2019 research by the CDC, 20.4% of adults had chronic pain in the past three months. Chronic pain syndrome can make it difficult to work, engage in recreational activities, and live the life you want. You probably have tried different treatments to help

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Will Physical Therapy Help a Torn Rotator Cuff?

Rotator cuff injuries are extremely common in the United States. According to research, between two to four million individuals are impacted by rotator cuff problems each year. However, the good news is that most people with a rotator cuff tear recover with physical therapy and other non-surgical treatments. At Backcountry Physical Therapy, a sports physical therapist

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