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Injury Rates And Running Foot Strike Patterns

One of the biggest unanswered questions about running form is whether runners who heel strike will see any benefit from changing to a midfoot or forefoot landing. Most recreational runners strike the...

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Boutonniere Deformity – Not Just A Jammed Finger

A boutonniere deformity refers to a position of the finger where the middle knuckle is bent in a flexed position and the last joint of the finger is extended. A boutonniere deformity is commonly the...

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The Toxic Sugar Wars

There is an ongoing debate among scientists and nutrition experts over the factors behind the obesity epidemic. Single food items are often cited as the problem: fat, wheat, high-fructose corn syrup....

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The Trapezius Muscle Myth

The trapezius is a large, triangular shaped muscles that covers the back of the neck, shoulders and thoracic spine. The muscle is usually described as having three sections: the upper, middle, and...

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Links: Kale, Dieting, and Running Shoe History

Some interesting findings from around the web: Melissa McEwen wrote a great satire piece titled “Just Kale Me: How your Kale habit is slowly destroying your health and the world“. She uses real...

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Why The Heels On Modern Running Shoes Are Hurting Us

Most running shoes on the market today have raised heels. Many people may not be aware of this, as running shoe manufacturers rarely advertise the heel height of their shoes. The extra material under...

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