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If running injuries have been getting you down you need some specialized work.  One thing you can do is some resistance band stretching.

Plantarfasciitis and shin splints are a few of the injuries that can occur with running and the bands are a great way to both stretch and strengthen at the same time.  With some additional strengthening, IT band injuries can also be dealt with.

I first heard the term speed limping from strength coach Mike boyle at a seminar presentation.  I knowingly smiled because I know that many runners won’t quit running no matter how much they hurt.  They just run a little slower and with a shorter motion – speed limping.

One I talked with actually wore out all the cartilage in his knee before the pain finally got too bad.  While I admire the dedication, a little common sense should tell you that something needs to be done to prevent this.

Both of the chiropractors I have worked for treated many athletes, including runners, so I have done plenty of massage therapy and stretching with them.  Many told me they stretched all the time yet they were stiff as a board.

Getting regular massage can help, but since money is at a premium these days, learning some self massage is one thing you need to do.  Stretching with flex bands is a great way to increase flexibility.  They can help make your muscles more elastic and increase your strength a little, too.

A little strength work for the legs and core will also do the trick.  Doesn’t mean you have to go to the gym, but some lunges and step ups with dumbbells or sandbags are good.  You can also use the resistance bands for your lunges and core training.

I was at a seminar where the presenter was seeing a triathlete for some physical therapy.  By strengthening his glutes and concentrating on his core, the patient greatly increased his ranking while doing less training!

I can definitely recommend the Total Flexibility Training program for increased flexibility and greater running efficiency.

Get moving!

Brian

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