Tag: running
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Results are posted!
Written by Steve Jackson Over the last month over 40 Highland City Striders have run numerous marathons and half-marathons that they focused their training on since the first of the year. Many of them achieved their goals, they ran PR’s, they completed distances they had never done before, they experienced the high of accomplishment. At…
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Running in the Rain
Written by Judy Proteau We all know that you can’t choose your weather on race day and with the last two weekends being full of rainy weather I thought it would be helpful to contribute some spring rain running tips. Let’s start with the head and work downwards: Gear: Brimmed hat- to protect your eyes…
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Grappling with Quitting
Written by Erik Dunbar 75 Hard isn’t really that hard, they tell you what to do, just do those things every day. The last couple of weeks I felt like I was going to cruise right through to the finish. My weight was down, strength was up and I was running faster. I’d even planned…
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March is Lymphedema Awareness Month
Written by Written by Melissa Basmaji. Melissa is an OT for over 20 years with a specialty certification in lymphedema for 10 years. She currently co-owns her business SpOT On Therapy and we’re just celebrating our 2 year anniversary in March. What is Lymphedema?To wear or not wear compression as a runner?What about daily wear?Is…
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Running or Racing Goals
Written by Lacey Liebert, Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Today’s tip – Running or Racing Goals There are many ways to think and talk about goals. We have already had a few tips on this expansive topic! Today, I’ll mention one way to think about goals. Some people like the “A, B, C” approach to goal-setting. This can…
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Your Calf Muscles- The Heart’s unsung hero
Written by Melissa Basmaji and Amanda Falcone (Melissa’s business partner at SpOT on Therapy and the best editor) Melissa Basmaji holds her Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy and holds certifications in lymphedema therapy and wound care management February is Heart Health Month, and while we often focus on the heart itself, did you know your…
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The Joy of Running
Written By Sam Streisand When you get time to go for a run, what is the best part? Is it a PR, running with people, completing a distance, or just doing it? It could be all of the above. Overall, it’s the joy of running! When I think of the joy of running, a quote…
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Running with your Dog, Winter Edition
Written by Scott M. Johnson Well, winter is in full effect. Cold temps, artic wind chill, ice and snow, and so much salt to treat the roads. Howard has been absent from the runs lately due to all these conditions, and that saddens the pres. Since we don’t want that, here are some winter pictures…
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Running during the Cold and Flu Season
Written By Caitlyn Bintz Ashton It’s cold and flu season— how to determine if it’s okay to run?! TLDR: general rule of thumb, if symptoms are mild and above your shoulders it’s okay, but take it easy. Anything below your shoulders (AKA in your lungs or bad GI symptoms)… TAKE A CHILL PILL!! You have…
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Conscious breathing for Runners
Written by April Ropes, runner and a 500-hr Yoga Instructor. April teaches and co-manages the yoga studio at Synergy Wellness, Hudson MA There aspects of the yoga practice — not related to stretching — that can be very beneficial to runners. Specifically the breathing! If you are taking time off from training for races this…
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3 Moves Vital for your Cross Training
Tip Tuesday Written by Connor Ryan PT, DPT, CSCS, PRC When it comes to running, everyone knows the importance of cross training to support our physical capacity and ability to stay consistently on the road/trails. We all know because we all have stories about what happens when we neglect our cross training… Here are 3…
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Thankful for Running
Written by Judy Proteau