Should you be striding out?!
We all heard it from our track or cross country coaches (STRIDE OUT!), but is it really an efficient or even faster way to run? You may have also heard that increasing your cadence can help you be a more efficient runner. Does this have an effect on stride length and does it really work?! Check this video out to learn more about the mechanics behind over-striding and what the big deal is with cadence manipulation!
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Have you ever been told you over-pronate, or your arch collapses when you run? If so, you'll want to take a look at this video.
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In this post, Dr. Casey Negrete will teach you about the #1 swing mechanic associated with low back pain in golfers. This swing mechanic is referred to as "Reverse Spine Angle". Click the video above to learn more!
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