by Kathleen Trotter | Feb 7, 2012 | Article, Workouts and Exercises.
Globe & Mail Article: How do I minimize pronation when I run? The question My feet pronate when I run. What can I do? The answer The ankle should primarily be a hinge joint that brings your toes toward and then away from your shin. During pronation, the foot...
by Kathleen Trotter | Jan 18, 2012 | Article, Walk Run Jog, Workouts and Exercises.
Globe & Mail Article: How can I strengthen my glutes for running? The question While training for a marathon I developed some back pain. My doctor told me my glutes are not strong and I need to strengthen them. The pain is because my back is compensating. Can you...
by Kathleen Trotter | Dec 20, 2011 | Article, Workouts and Exercises.
Globe & Mail Article: How does a former runner get back on track? The question: I used to be a sprinter in high school. I am now 43 and haven’t exercised regularly since then. I would like to start running, but don’t want to hurt myself. How do you suggest I get...
by Kathleen Trotter | Oct 25, 2011 | Article, Workouts and Exercises.
Globe & Mail Article: How I can strengthen my hamstrings? The question: I used to run 25 km a week, but I stopped because of a hamstring injury in my right leg. I have gone through physio. I am now cleared to run again. What exercises can I do to restore my...
by Kathleen Trotter | Oct 11, 2011 | Article, Walk Run Jog, Workouts and Exercises.
Globe & Mail Article: How your footwork affects your running efficiency THE QUESTION I have heard that there is a difference between heel-strike running and mid-foot running. Can you explain? THE ANSWER The most obvious difference between running styles has to do...