Many runners develop IT Band Syndrome at some point during their running “careers.” The Iliotibial band, or IT band, is a thick tendon that runs along the outside of your thigh from the hip to the knee. Your glutes and TFL (tensor fascia latae) connect to the IT band and together help move the hip and […]
Body First Video Series: 5 Quick Target Zones for Before or After Your Workout
If you’re like me, body care frequently gets pushed to the side of your priorities. You get your workout in (possibly exchanging an extra mile for that 10 minutes or so of foam rolling?), then must rush off to work or child care or one of the many things that make up the full plate […]
Improve Mobility with a New Body First Video plus My Free Class at Lululemon
I was invited to a free class at Lululemon on Wednesday. It was a combo foam rolling and Lifestretch class, presented by the Stretch Institute. You know how I’m all about how to improve mobility, so I was really excited. Plus, I’m sharing the latest video in my Body First Series! It’s all about the […]
The Art of the Running Selfie: How to take photos that make you fly
Lots of info in today’s post! Not only will I teach you how to create a beautiful, flying running selfie, I’m sharing my second Body First Video! Today we’re moving up the leg a little to focus on tight calves as well as the muscles in the front of the lower leg. Plus, of course, […]