Tight calf muscles are a common problem many runners face especially if they’re just starting out. Calf strains can crop up naturally as your body responds to the stress placed on those gastrocnemius and soleus muscles when you’re out there pounding the pavement. Don’t ignore those warning signs, folks. The most common symptoms of tight …
Are Oofos Sliders good for your feet? If you partake in any running forums you will notice that a regular topic for discussion is what to pack in your post marathon kit bag. There are the obligatory items such as recovery fuel/fluid and warm clothes but something that reoccurs frequently, particularly in warmer weather is …
The perfect way to sooth aching muscles after a long, hard run and encourage general relaxation. Look for natural ingredients and essential oils to help relax and sooth achy muscles and sinew. The act of massaging the balm itself promotes healing by increasing blood flow to the affected area. Give your body some love!
Runners rash or chafing is irritation of the skin caused by friction which can be skin on skin or skin on clothing. It can be the difference between a pleasant run and a very painful one, if you know you know! If ignored this mild skin irritation can lead to excruciating blisters and raw skin. …
Who doesn’t appreciate a massage after a long run or gruelling training session? Daily sports massage the ultimate dream! However this would be costly and there are only so many times that you can ask someone else to pound your aching legs. Massage guns work differently to human hands, using rapid percussion movements to pummel …
Relieve post run knots from hard to reach places on your body with a massage ball. Firm and easy to position, a runners massage ball will allow for enhanced circulation to aid recovery after your latest training run. Get into the hips, glutes, quads, calves and back without the need for a massage therapist!
Kinesio tape can be used by runners to help to prevent and treat many common running injuries such as plantar fasciitis, IT band syndrome, hamstring strains, shin splints and runner’s knee. The thick. elasticated tape moves with your body acting like a second skin helping with structural alignment, pain relief and muscle activation.It is common …
Luckily, well fitting running shoes provide adequate cushioning and support for your feet and joints. However sometimes, as everyone has different feet, medical needs and gait patterns, additional cushioning or support are required under the guidance of a professional. Insoles are sometimes an inexpensive way to solve issues such as overpronation, plantar fasciitis, runner’s knee …
Ice is synonymous with treating many acute running injuries particularly sprains, strains, and bruises. Ice should be applied to injured area as soon as you get home for 20 minutes. It is advised to do this 4 or 5 times a day for acute injuries. Ice reduces blood flow to an injured area reducing both …
Not a highly technical piece of equipment but a must for anyone wanting to improve running speed and technique, reduce recovery time and help to stay injury free. All you need is your body weight to apply pressure through the foam roller to release built up areas of tension or “knots” in your muscles caused …