I can’t even count the number of runners I have treated with weak calves. This doesn’t only apply to beginners either. I have assessed marathon runners that were barely able to do 10 calf raises. Surprising, right?

When we think about strength training for runners, we often jump straight to our quads, hamstrings, and glutes. But what about your calves? These muscles are usually undertrained despite playing a critical role in running performance.

The thoracic spine, also known as the T-spine, is the area of the back between the neck and the lumbar spine (lower back). This area often becomes stiff, which can lead to compensations in other areas, namely the neck and the lower back.

Are you lifting enough weight or getting in enough reps to build strength as a runner? Find out if your current strength training routine is optimal to reach your strength goals in this article.

Adults of all ages practice Yoga to improve their health and well-being either as a stand-alone practice or combined with other types of exercises. The goal of this article is to answer the question “Should Runners be Doing Yoga?”