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5 Useful Tips for Avoiding Runner’s Knee
A study by the BC Sports Medicine Foundation discovered that knee injuries accounted for three of the five most common types of running injuries. Most are thought to be caused by overuse, while further research traced knee injuries to weakness or lack of stability, particularly in the hips. Among the most common knee injuries researchers found […]
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The Importance of Rolling Earnestly
Author: Champion Ultrarunner Jeff Browning I’ve discovered many tools to keep myself running smoothly over the past 20 years. But one of the most important pieces of maintenance equipment is my veritable quiver of foam rollers. Whether for daily maintenance or targeting a specific area, the foam roller is essential for every runner. Developing the […]
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Taking Time to Transition
Author: Pro-Tec Elite Athlete and Champion Ultrarunner Krissy Moehl Vanlife: post winter trail run in the PNW Pre-Run Strategic Prep The cleanup plan starts before the run. When I pull into the trailhead I strategically park the van to create privacy so that I can spray and get the mud off my body before hopping […]
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Sleep and Injury Prevention
Writer: Professional Beach Volleyball Player Aleksandra Wachowicz You might ask yourself, “What does the life of a professional athlete look like?” Here is what my every day looked like from May 2018 to October 2019. 6:45 am: Wake up 6:45 – 7:30 am: Stretching, foam rolling, yoga, journaling 7:30 – 8:00 am: Breakfast 8:00 – […]
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16 Bodyweight At-Home Exercises
Author: Heather Wright The year is 2020 and exercising looks a little different. Rather than crowded gyms full of equipment, we find ourselves working out more from home with minimal equipment. How do we make the most of staying healthy and active during this worldwide pandemic? Try making a little space at home and adding […]
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Holiday Gift Guide for the Active
Holiday Gift Guide for the Active 10 Great Gifts under $40 Resistance Bands -$14.95 Effective tools for muscle strengthening and toning, resistance bands are a great addition to any strength training or rehabilitation program. They come in 3 different levels of resistance and are easy to use, conveniently portable, and can be used with a […]
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Top 10 Exercises for Runners
Writer: Bodyenroute Trainer Joslynn Corredor Website: Bodyenroute.com Pro-Tec Athletics x Trail Sisters Why strength train? So you don’t have constant injuries. Injury prevention. Power so you can increase the speed and reach pace goals. Coordination so you run more efficiently. Most importantly…. So you can do what you love. Running. Because that is the main […]
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Ultra-Runner Jeff Browning’s Favorite Injury Prevention & Recovery Tools
Pro-Tec Elite Athlete Jeff Browning, also known as Bronco Billy, is an endurance coach and accomplished veteran ultra-runner with 19 career 100-mile wins. He has 19 years of competitive ultra-running under his belt and 120+ ultra-marathon finishes. His most recent race was the Tarawera 100 Mile Endurance Run in New Zealand where he finished in […]
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Hamstring Wrap
General Application:
- Alleviates conditions of a hamstring, groin or quadriceps tear or strain.
- 4″ x 6″ compression pad provides targeted compression where you need it.
- Dual strap attachment makes it easy to adjust tightness and compression of the brace.
- Absorbs stress, stabilizing hamstring area. Consistent compression may help reduce pain and prevent further injury.
- Textured backing prevents wrap from slipping.
