by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Feb 2, 2022 | Stretching
If you struggle with tightness in your calves, ankles, or Achilles, this stretch is for you! As a Physical Therapist, I see runners doing calf stretches that aren’t helping them far too often. Many runners think they’re getting a good stretch when they wedge their...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Jan 27, 2022 | Strength Training
If you focus on core strength in your abdomen only, you may be neglecting an important area. When you think about your core, you probably think of the front section. You may not realize the core also includes the sides and the low back. As a Physical Therapist, I see...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Jan 24, 2022 | Strength Training
If you think crunches are a good way to build core strength, I urge you to reconsider. As a Physical Therapist and running coach, I’m often asked to recommend core strength exercises. While crunches can provide some benefit, there’s an exercise that’s far more...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Jan 17, 2022 | Injury Prevention
If you’re a runner seeking to train without injury, read on! As a Physical Therapist, I find that runners most often get hurt four to six weeks into training. Why? They ramp up their training too quickly without having a plan. Fortunately, you can avoid injury by...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Jan 13, 2022 | Stretching
When you think about stretching, what areas would you usually focus on? Probably the hamstrings, hip flexors, and ankles. While those are all great areas to address, there’s one important part of the body that’s typically overlooked. The mid-back. As a Physical...
