All Entries For injury prevention
How to Avoid the 10 Most Common Running Mistakes
The right gear and plan can make running a positive addition to any workout routine—just don't repeat the same mistakes many runners, both new and experienced, often make.
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Start Strength Training After 60 With These Targeted Moves
We get it--all the weights and bulky muscles and machines can be intimidating. But weight training after 60 is essential and we've got the tips you need to get started today.
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Foot Health Q&A with Podiatrist Dr. Jackie Sutera
Do you have a foot health question? We have answers straight from the Vionic Innovation Lab's own Dr. Jackie Sutera.
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Get to Know Your Feet
Ignoring your foot pain will not make it go away. Instead, take steps to reduce the pain and help prevent it from coming back.
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Best & Worst Exercises for Arthritis
When your joints ache, exercise is probably the last thing you're in the mood for, but it's exactly what you need to feel better.
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5 Exercises for Stronger, More Flexible Feet
These moves are a must for exercisers who train barefoot or wear minimalist shoes--and people who want the benefits of barefoot training but aren't ready to kick their shoes off.
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How to Injure Yourself at the Gym
Pain isn't the only sign that you're on your way to a workout-related injury. If you're guilty of these common mistakes, you are guaranteed to get hurt.
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You Asked: ''Is It Safe to Wear Wrist or Ankle Weights While Walking or Exercising?''
Is it ever safe to use ankle or wrist weights during cardio or are there better ways to increase your exercise intensity?
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You Asked: ''Do Ankle Wraps or Knee Braces Keep Weak Joints Safe During Exercise?''
Can using braces and wraps help prevent exercise-induced injuries?
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Fighting the Ego and Seeing the Bigger Picture
How many times have you ended up injured after ignoring the messages your body was trying to share with you? I've finally smartened up and started ignoring my ego.
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When Exercise Hurts More Than Helps
In 2010, I experienced my first serious running injury. I made the problem worse by continuing to push through pain instead of listening to my body and resting.
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Kneehab: 5 Yoga-Inspired Moves to Tune Up Your Knees
Knee pain doesn't have to be a part of life. These five yoga-inspired therapy moves will help you strengthen your knees for more pain-free days!
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Smart Exercise Modifications for Knee Pain
Do you experience knee pain or discomfort during common exercises like lunges and squats, or kneeling moves in Pilates and yoga? Then follow these smart tips to work out pain-free.
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Your Running Surface May Not be Responsible for Your Running Injury
According to exercise physiologist, Dr. Hirofumi Tanaka there is no scientific evidence to support that our running surface is responsible for our creating our running injuries.
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5 Reasons I've Never Had a Running Injury
Did you know that most running injuries are totally preventable? Whether you're training for your first 5K or a marathon, we'll help you get there strong and injury-free.
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