3 Keys to Enjoying & Maximizing your Run
Dear R2Peeps, As a performance physical therapist who shares your passion for running, I know just how essential it is to stay motivated and focused on your goals. In this edition, we’ll be diving into the topic of what makes a run truly successful. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or a casual jogger, these three…
Warming Up for Running
Dr. Ashley discusses the importance of warming up before any activity, which helps to: She demonstrates some of our favorite movements to warm up: Knee Hugs, Sweeps, Figure 4, Frankensteins, Walking Lunges, March, Skips, & Pogos. Fitness Focused Physical Therapy Rehab 2 Perform specializes in preventing risk to re-injury and empowering you with the tools to…
If Running Hurts
Dr. Dani from Rehab 2 Perform discusses the difference between pain and discomfort. What you can push through vs. what may be an issue that leads to an injury. She talks about different signs and symptoms to look for as you run or workout, when you should stop, and when to keep going. Fitness Focused Physical Therapy Rehab…
Improve Your Running Form
Dr. Ashley from Rehab 2 Perform goes through a number of tips and exercises to help with your mechanics and form for running. These small changes can lead to improved running and making sure your body is moving efficiently. In this video she discusses and highlights body positioning and stride length! Fitness Focused Physical Therapy…
Foot Mobility
Improve Your Ankle & Foot Mobility Ankle & foot mobility play a huge role in your performance on the court. Dr. Drew from Rehab 2 Perform explores a number of different exercises, techniques and new tips to improve your balance and mobility. Check them out below. Mobility – How can you be efficient with your…
Best & Worst Foods for your Endurance
For many athletes, endurance is very important. But many everyday tasks also rely on endurance, such as walking your dog, cleaning the house and working physically demanding jobs. If you’ve ever felt winded after doing chores or light physical activity, it could be a sign that your endurance levels are low. “Endurance refers to the…
Make Running Easier with these 8 Mental Strategies
If you’re a runner, strengthening your mind is just as important as strengthening your muscles. When you train your mind, you can make runs feel great more often. In running, training your mind is just as important as training your body. That might seem odd considering it’s your lungs, legs and heart doing all the…
Avoid these Common Race Day Fueling Mistakes
Whether you’re running a 5K or a marathon, the food you eat and the fluids you drink on race day can make or break your performance. Runners know this, of course. But maybe because of the hectic mornings, the rush of endorphins or the confusing calorie maths, mistakes happen. Race-day fuelling is a tricky subject,…
Rehab 2 Perform Named Official Physical Therapy Partner for 2022
Columbia, MD – Rip It Events announces its partnership with Rehab 2 Perform for the upcoming 2022 season. As the Official Physical Therapy Partner, Rehab 2 Perform will provided onsite solutions at races to improve movement, increase physicality and help athletes perform. Additionally, athletes will benefit from Rehab 2 Perform’s newest location in Columbia, MD,…
What I Learned Running A Half Marathon
Running a half marathon served as a huge learning experience both personally and professionally. My wife and I went into the race with only one half marathon under our belt and that was 11 years ago when I was in PT school.