By Brian Beatty When we keep track of many important items, we develop inventory lists or checklists to scan and make sure critical things are not overlooked. The checklist brings our attention to little things that could have larger negative impacts in the future, if overlooked. The same concept
By Rob Schneider During the course of a training cycle, you increase mileage, go through 2-3 pairs of shoes, put miles on your bike, and marinate your body in chlorine. Chances are, you had minor aches and pains as you pushed to meet your goals. How did you get
By Brian Diaz This time of year several of my clients wrap up their year with a fall event and then enter down time in their training. For some, that means a few weeks off around Thanksgiving or December; for others it means trying their hand at a more
By Brian Beatty Fall is a wonderful, refreshing time of year. It can be a great time of transition. Either from a full season of events or recovery after your long “A” event. In all cases, fall running weather is a great time to get an active rest break
Benjamin Franklin may not have been a runner but, he certainly spoke to a runner’s heart when he mused “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Whether you are new to running or well-seasoned, six or ninety-six, devoting time to strengthening and conditioning your body is
By Brian Diaz Summer is definitely here! The hot and muggy days, a staple of North Carolina this time of year, are in full force! This usually means cycling enthusiasts are trying to get on the road early in the morning or finding shade off-road in the woods on
By Bill Kraus People often ask what types of exercise, how much and how hard, should I exercise to maintain health? What is the best exercise regimen for my health? How little exercise can I get away with? Is walking as good as running? Because they get a lot
By Brian Diaz Dr. Chad Mather of Duke University performs almost 300 arthroscopic surgeries a year on femoral acetabular impingement (FAI). He estimates about 90% of the hip arthroscopies for FAI involve labral repair. About 3 years ago I noticed some hip pain but only after hard runs or
By Brian Diaz Since I started practicing as a physical therapy clinician in 2000, the prevalence of hip pain pathologies has progressively gotten worse across all ages. This nationwide trend started to gather the attention of orthopedic physicians and has sent several to specialize in the field of hip
By Bill Kraus In last month’s article we discussed the importance of maintaining a good circadian rhythm to maintain optimal health. Another good health habit is maintaining a balance between energy expenditure and energy intake. Maintaining energy balance will help in maintaining a healthy weight; but, it also has
