by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Dec 14, 2021 | Training & Racing
Runners who “just run” and struggle with injury are in for more of the same in 2022. Why? Running all the time builds imbalances in muscle groups that will wear down the body eventually. Watch this video to learn more: Injured runners often come into my physical...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Dec 10, 2021 | Training & Racing
“On January 1, I’m going to get serious about my training.” I hear this often from my runners as a physical therapist. It’s common to have inconsistent training habits during the holidays, but that won’t set you up for success in 2022. One of the biggest issues I...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Dec 9, 2021 | Stretching
Does it take you a mile to warm up because of hip stiffness? If so, read on! Hip flexibility is the secret to opening up your stride for faster, injury-free running. As a physical therapist, most of my patients struggle to stretch their hip flexors properly. Why does...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Dec 1, 2021 | Stretching
If your quad muscles are tight, read this. Having tight quads is a common problem with runners. You need flexibility in your thighs and quads to protect your knees and run with proper form. Most runners use the “heel-to-butt” stretch to loosen up and stretch the quad...
by Steve Gonser PT DPT | Nov 22, 2021 | Strength Training
When it comes to running, not all lunges are equal. As a physical therapist, I typically find that runners bias themselves to the standard lunge. The one where they step forward and drop the back knee to the ground. While the standard lunge has its place, there’s a...
