Minimalist Running Shoes Vs. Neutral (Old School) Running Shoes

Minimalist Running Shoes Vs. Neutral (Old School) Running Shoes

By now you have probably seen people running in these glove like sneakers creations and wondered should I try them? Minimalist and barefoot running shoes have become very popular recently. A barefoot shoe is a shoe that really only provides protection from debris. They are very flexible and allow full

The Future of Running Shoes

The Future of Running Shoes

We all know the benefits of running. Improved endurance, weight loss, and stress reduction just to name a few. With these benefits also comes risk of injury. Each foot is a complex structure that has 28 bones, 33 joints, and 112 ligaments. Needless to say there are a lot of

Are Muscle Cramps Cramping Your Work Out? Watermelon Juice May be Your Answer

Are Muscle Cramps Cramping Your Work Out?  Watermelon Juice May be Your Answer

Prevention of muscle cramps can be achieved by warm up and stretching of your muscles before and after any work out activity. Proper hydration and replacement of electrolytes is also important. Appropriate shoe gear for the activity you are participating in is also key to preventing cramping. A gradual increase

If You Want to Walk for Exercise Don’t Walk With Someone You Like.

If You Want to Walk for Exercise Don’t Walk With Someone You Like.

I recommend walking for exercise to all my patients. It requires no special equipment and can has relatively low risk for injury. Every person has an optimal walking speed. This speed minimizes energy expenditure for a given distance. This speed is dependent upon body size, limb length, and sex. A

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