Strength Training for Runners: Building a Stronger, More Efficient Stride
Running is often seen as a sport of endurance, but behind every smooth stride and strong finish lies a foundation built on strength. While logging miles is essential, it is not the only ingredient for success. Strength training is the often-overlooked component that can transform your performance, not by replacing your runs, but by enhancing […]
Hitting a Running Plateau? Here’s How to Push Through and Keep Progressing
Whether you are training for your first 5k or gearing up for your next marathon, hitting a plateau in your running journey can be both confusing and discouraging. You are showing up, putting in the miles and doing the work, but the gains just are not coming like they used to. If you are feeling […]
ApexNetwork Physical Therapy: Taos Clinic Spotlighted in Taos News
We are thrilled to share that our Taos clinic at ApexNetwork Physical Therapy has been featured in a recent article by Taos News. The piece, part of their “Success Stories” series, highlights the exceptional care and positive outcomes experienced by our patients. At ApexNetwork Physical Therapy, our mission is to provide top-notch, personalized care to […]
Tips for NPTE Success!
Congratulations! You’ve put in the work and you’re finally nearing the light at the end of the tunnel. With graduation upon you and the boards on the horizon, ApexNetwork wants to help you succeed. Whether you’ve already hit the books or you haven’t yet started, don’t worry! Our team has compiled a list of our […]
Snow Shoveling Safety
With winter dumping wet and heavy snow in New England, ME, it is especially important to shovel with proper body mechanics. Back, shoulder, and neck pain are the most common pains to result from snow removal. Also, falls and the injuries associated with them are of concern. Here are just a few suggestions to keep […]
March Madness Mayhem: How to Stay in the Game Despite Ankle Sprains
As the nation gears up for March Madness, basketball fans are eagerly anticipating the thrill of buzzer-beaters, Cinderella stories, and bracket-busting upsets. But amidst the excitement of the tournament, one common injury threatens to bench players and dampen spirits: the dreaded ankle sprain. Whether you’re a star player on the court or a die-hard fan […]
Airline Seats Getting Smaller, Travel Pains Getting Worse
Over the past few decades, airlines have been reducing the size of their seats (4”- 7” of leg room, 3” of seat width). The result is that many people experience pain and discomfort during and after flights due to these cramped conditions. This can be especially problematic for people with pre-existing conditions such as back […]
Marathon: Race Day Nutrition and Hydration Strategies
When there is 1 week to go until race day, it is important to make sure you have your hydration and fuel strategy thought out. Fuel is key to a successful marathon experience, as we want to make sure we are adequately hydrated and can sustain running the 13.1 or 26.2 distance with enough calories, […]
Marathon: Injury, Training Error, and Return to Running
At this point in your full/ half marathon training, you may be experiencing some aches and pains. Often 3-4 weeks out from race day is when you will hit peak milage and unfortunately balancing training load and recovery becomes difficult, which may lead to a musculoskeletal related injury. An injury constitutes a restriction or halt […]
Marathon: Strength Training for Stability, Part Two
An important aspect of strength and resistance training is progressively increasing load, intensity, or duration in order to increase strength, hypertrophy and adapt to demands. If you have been doing resistance-based exercises for several weeks now (see Part 1) and are noticing improvement in your ability to complete the recommended set and reps it may […]
