If you spend your weekends chasing mountain peaks, gliding through snowy trails, or pounding pavement in pursuit of a PR, your feet are doing a lot of work—especially your big toe. One of the unsung heroes of your lower body is a muscle called the flexor hallucis longus, or FHL for short. When it’s not
As athletes and active Alaskans, we understand the importance of every edge in performance and injury prevention. That’s why we are excited to introduce our new custom orthotics service, featuring SoloLab orthotics. These specialized inserts are designed to provide optimal support and enhance athletic performance for runners, hikers, and all active individuals in our rugged
Every runner has opinions about shoes, and for good reason—everyone needs them. But when it comes to tendon/joint pain or injury prevention, do shoes make a real difference? After decades of promoting anti-pronation shoes, which were thought to prevent injury, we now know they don’t live up to that promise. So the big question remains: Can
As the running season kicks off, it’s time to talk about something that often gets overlooked but plays a huge role in your performance—your feet. Whether you’re lacing up for your first race or you’re a seasoned pro, taking care of your feet is key to staying injury-free and running your best. 3 Common Injuries
As a runner or athlete, your ankles are among your most valuable assets. They bear the brunt of every step, pivot, and leap, making them susceptible to injuries that can disrupt your training and performance. But fear not – with the right knowledge and strategies, you can significantly reduce the risk of ankle injuries and
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Picture this– you have been religiously training the past six months to compete in the most important race of the year. You’ve been waking up at 5:00am and going to sleep at midnight just to balance training, work/school, social activities, meal prep, and the daily household chores. You’re holding it together at the moment, but
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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
There are a ton of products on the market for sport recovery- from Theraguns to bio-freeze to foam rollers. Deep pressure, topical creams, and rolling out may help with muscle tension, but what about addressing the nerves located throughout our entire body that are responsible for sending stimuli to our brains that then tell our
