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Some may find it hard to believe that shoulder pain can limit your mobility and tasks that you perform on a daily basis. This may include the ability to dress yourself, hold a child, or reach for something up on the top shelf. Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is the physical tightening of your arm that restricts movement in these areas. Pain gradually increases overtime, and begins to resolve within 1 to 3 years. Yes, you read that correctly, years. If you had surgery or an illness in the past that restricted movement, this may have caused your …

This article was written to answer some of the most common questions asked by new runners and by people returning to the running scene after some time off. 1.  How long should my first runs be? Answer: During the first week or so, try to keep your runs to no more than 15 minutes. After that, your goal should be to increase the time very gradually. It is recommended that you increase your mileage by no more than 10% each week. 2. What should I do if I can’t run non-stop for 15 minutes? Answer:  In the beginning, most people have …

“To give anything less than you best is to sacrifice the gift.” These words, spoken by Steve Prefontaine, summed up who he was and how he raced. In every competition, he would give it everything he had to make sure he ran his absolute best. This athlete shattered every american distance running record, starting in high school, and became a household name. His untimely death at the age of 24 shocked the world and, over 40 years later, people still view him as one of the best distance runners of all time. Steve Prefontaine was born in the blue-collar town of …

When it comes to running, most people know that it’ll help lose weight and gain muscle. While these are two great benefits, there are also benefits that aren’t as well known. Here is a list of 10 benefits from running you may not know! Decreased stress High levels of stress seem inevitable for just about everybody. From the corporate businesswoman to the stay-at-home dads, it is a part of our lives. Running can help to alleviate that stress by getting your blood pumping and helps to release endorphins which make us feel better! Improves memory The muscles in your legs aren’t the …

Do you suffer from Supermom Syndrome? Maybe you haven’t heard of this phrase before but chances are you’re either living it or you know someone who is. When you’re living like Supermom, you’re often working at least one full-time job, raising a family, managing a household and taking on more and more in your day-to-day life. Even if you have a supportive spouse or partner, you may still refuse to ask for help. Stress is the Villain. Taking on too much creates stress, and stress opens the door for a multitude of health problems. When you experience stress, your body …