AREYOURUNNINGASWELL ASYOUSHOULD?
Problems with running increase as we age and are a leading cause of falls and disability in older adults. At least 20% of adults over 65 have problems with running. This further increases to 50% in adults 85 years old and older. Most of these problems with running are associated with underlying diseases. 9 Things That Stifle Your Stride Problems with running are not a direct consequence of getting older. Rather, they are the effects of other conditions that become more common and severe with age. Common risk factors for severe problems with running include advanced age (older than 85) and multiple chronic disease conditions such as heart disease, arthritis, dementia, stroke, hip fracture or cancer. Common conditions that contribute to running problems include some of the following: 9 Things That Stifle Your Stride
1. Back pain 2. Joint pain and arthritis 3. Diseases of the muscles or bones 4. Poor fitness 5. Problems after orthopedic surgery or stroke 6. Low blood pressure and heart disease 7. Parkinson’s disease 8. Vision or balance problems 9. Fear of falling 3. Size: Running shoes should have ample toe room, but secure from the ball of the foot to the heel. Your feet will splay out over time and it’s not uncommon to go up in size. Running shoes won’t break in, so they need to feel like they fit the second you put them on. For a professional shoe fitting stop by Brainsport, bring in your current shoes so we can see the wear pattern and the socks you plan on wearing in them. If you wear orthotics, it’s critical you bring them with you. My staff would be delighted to fit you.
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RUNNING SHOE TIPS The 3 Most Important Things about Your Running Shoes: by Brainsport 1. Break in Period: If you’re trying on shoes that feel heavy, stiff, clunky or not just right they likely are the wrong shoes for you. The right pair will feel comfortable as soon as you put them on: light weight, cushioned, and balanced. 2. Level: If you feel your arches “tipping in” or “pushed out”, then the support is wrong for you. Too much support will restrict your foot and give the feeling you’re tipped out. Too little support may feel like your foot is caving in and give the tipped in feeling. The proper pair will feel balanced and level. NEW MASSAGETHERAPIST LARA KOWALSKY Welcome to the team, Lara Kowalsky! Lara has been a Registered Massage Therapist for 17 years and has worked in London, England; Costa Rica, Vancouver, and Saskatoon. The modalities she uses are: Deep Tissue Massage, Fire Cupping, Thai Yoga Massage, Thai foot and hand Reflexology, Craniosacral Therapy, Visceral Manipulation, L.A.S.T, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Facilitated Stretching, TMJ treatments, Swedish Massage, Myofascial Massage, and Sports Massage! Lara will be working evenings and Saturdays starting in April. Contact us using the following link: http://cravensportservices.ca/Contact to book your appointment today!
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