Recovery Archive
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3 Rules for Healthy Running
Posted on February 7, 2011 | No CommentsFor years, the Team GFR Training Programs have repeatedly reinforced these three simple rules for staying healthy. Follow them and your running will continue to improve over time and you will minimize your risk of getting injured. Here is a nice video reminder from Bart... -
Susan’s Recovery Update: 2-6-11
Posted on February 6, 2011 | 1 CommentOn Dec 30th I had ankle reconstruction. Fast forward to 2/11 and I get the CAST OFF! Progress! Then I’ll wear a boot for 4-6 weeks, with gradual weight-bearing and I’ll be able to get in the pool again and sweat! Progress! People ask what... -
Why Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness is a Good Thing – Running Times Magazine
Posted on January 24, 2011 | No CommentsNicely written article from Running Times Magazine on why you don’t always hurt the day after a race or hard workout. DOMS or Delayed Muscle Onset Syndrome appears on day 2 or day 3 after a more intense workout, race, long run, or hilly run. ... -
Are You Breathing?
Posted on January 14, 2011 | No CommentsAdvice from Jeremy Shore, Director of Personal Trainer Education, Trigger Point Performance Therapy As with any form of exercise, proper breathing techniques are a foundational element for success when using Trigger Point Performance tools and methodology. Deep nasal breaths provide a steady stream of oxygen... -
KT Tape (Kinesio-Tape) for knee pains
Posted on December 16, 2010 | No CommentsAs we increase the miles and intensity in a training program there seems to be an increase in the reports of knee discomfort. We have an answer at GFR! A product called KT Tape. Professional athletes in all sports have been using this for years,... -
Trigger Point Performance
Posted on December 3, 2010 | No CommentsKeep track of new exercises and ways to keep your muscles healthy by using Trigger Point Performance Therapy tools. All of these tools are available at Gallagher Fitness Resources. Sign up for a class at Gallagher’s to learn how to use these great tools for... -
Insights from Susan – Recovery
Posted on January 27, 2010 | 4 CommentsI worked with Dick Brown for over a year in the mid 90′s while training for the 1500 (the metric mile). On a side note, Dick has coached several world class athletes, including former olympians. I thanked him and said to Dick, the training element I...