injury prevention

Strength training for running performance is a must if you want to prevent injury and post fast times. But as your mileage and running volume increases, your strength training sessions need to...

Choosing the right shoe for your athletic endeavor can be a daunting task. There are many different types of fitness shoes on the market that have promises of improving one’s performance. At Vital...

There are many things that can run through someone’s mind when they hurt their back at home or in the gym. Did something serious happen? What should I do next? Will it ever get better? Back pain is...

Orthotics or foot inserts are commonly used to help optimize the position of the foot in an athlete’s shoes for decreased pain and improved mechanics.Do Orthotics Work and Are They Really Necessary?...

“What do I do now that The 2024 CrossFit Open and Quarterfinals are over?” This is a question that 95% of CrossFit athletes are asking themselves right now. If you want to improve your positioning...

Running analyses are performed by physical therapists, strength and conditioning coaches, fitness professionals, and running coaches to assist in the assessment of a runner’s gait mechanics. The...

Right now you are watching a race. Who are the two competitors you ask? Well, one is a rib cage and the other is a pair of shoulder blades. You wonder to yourself, “Who’s in the lead?” The answer to...

Refuel. Rebuild. Rehydrate. These three terms are often referred to as the three R’s of recovery nutrition.  Recovery nutrition can be defined as the food active individuals are encouraged to...