A thyroid disorder can be a vexing problem for a runner. The initial symptoms of a problem with thyroid hormone levels are quite vague, and
The past two weeks we’ve looked at two types of drugs that are commonly used for treating running injuries: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatories and corticosteroid injections. While
In today’s world, where just about every hand soap and cleaning product you buy says “anti-bacterial,” where we are taught to store and cook food
You feel it when you walk, you definitely feel it when you bend forward, and the idea of running faster than a shuffle sounds almost
Last time, we looked at the role of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in running injuries. Because injuries to tendons, which connect tissue to bone, and fascia,
Many people take up running in an effort to kick-start or promote weight loss. For those already involved in the sport, weight loss/reduction in body
According to popular wisdom, inflammation is the main cause of pain in running injuries. The suffix of many — plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, patellar tendonitis
There are many foods that are staples in a runner’s diet. Most of them are also the foundation of a well-rounded, healthy nutritional plan: Whole
Back pain is very common with as many as 70 percent of the general population experiencing a bout at least once in their life. But
The dietary supplement industry is a thriving multi-billion-dollar business that is growing each year. In 2011, consumer sales were $30 billion, up by 8 percent
