Let the summer running season begin! Do you have a goal race on your calendar? How about multiple races back-to-back? Many of our clients here at Runners’ Edge Alaska are facing the challenge of competing in a series of races without enough time to recover fully. This constant cycle can lead to sport-related injuries and …
Summer Runners with GOALS: Conquer Your Peaks and Keep Going with ESWT! Read More »
As a running specialist physical therapist at Runners’ Edge Alaska, I have seen a significant increase in the number of runners experiencing plantar heel pain, particularly during the springtime. Plantar heel pain, also known as plantar fasciitis, is a common condition that can significantly impact a runner’s training and performance. Wondering how to avoid and …
How to Avoid & Manage Plantar Heel Pain (AKA Plantar Fasciitis) in Runners Read More »
Female athletes have unique physiological changes that can affect their performance, and one of the most significant factors is the menstrual cycle. Menstrual cycle-related symptoms, such as bloating, fatigue, and cramps, can interfere with training and performance. However, by understanding how the menstrual cycle affects athletic performance and adjusting training accordingly, female athletes can optimize …
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Running economy is a term used to describe the efficiency with which your body uses oxygen while running. Similar to an efficient car, a runner with good running economy is able to maintain the same pace while using less energy than someone with poor running economy. This can lead to improved running performance and the …
Running Smarter, Not Harder: Enhancing Your Running Economy for Success Read More »
We are thrilled to announce that our CEO, Zuzana Rogers, has been crowned as the “Business Genius of the Year”! It’s a moment of immense pride for our entire team to see our leader being recognized for her outstanding achievements. From spearheading innovative initiatives to providing strategic direction, all while providing our clients with the …
Celebrating Our CEO’s Victory as “Business Genius of the Year”! Read More »
Here at Runners’ Edge Alaska, we see a LOT of injuries during the spring when athletes make the switch from skiing to running. Before transitioning from cross country skiing to running, it’s important to consider a few key factors to prevent injury. Here are 5 questions you may want to ask yourself: Am I physically …
5 Questions to Ask Before Transitioning from Skiing to Running Read More »
If you’ve ever experienced pain in your heel and or between your heel and calf while walking or running, or stiffness in the area when you wake up in the morning, you could be dealing with Achilles’ tendinopathy. If so, you are not alone. This type of injury is common in runners. In fact, studies …
Hey Runners! How many of you are training for at least one race this summer in Alaska? Me too! Now, how many of you are struggling with aches and pains in your ankles, knees, hips, or low back and are worried that the pain may lead to time off from running? In this blog, I …
Run happy again! The secrets of making a running comeback after an injury or illness Read More »
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy, commonly called “Shockwave Therapy” or ESWT, is commonly used to accelerate or improve healing in tendon and other soft-tissue conditions. Have you ever had a tendon injury that reoccurs more than you’d like it to? Can you tolerate the pain and decide to run on it anyway? Does it ever get to …
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy’s Role in Treating Grumpy Tendons Read More »
Have you ever dealt with nagging shin pain that limits you in skiing and running? You’ve tried resting it, but as soon as you started training again, the pain comes right back? Are shin splints even something you should be worrying about? Or maybe you’ve already been diagnosed with shin splints and told to take …