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Understanding High Reinjury Rates in Runners: 3 Key Reasons Why Runners Experience Future Setbacks
Having a history of an injury is the number one predictor of having another injury in the future. For example, rates of reinjury after...
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Dec 3, 20245 min read
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Is It Possible to Finish a Full Marathon with 100% Walking? I Did it in 5:17:53!
I have always LOVED walking and noticed the benefits of fast walking right away when I started running ultras. While other people were...
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
May 12, 20245 min read
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Which is the safest and best option for winter running: Indoor track, treadmill, or running outside?
The short answer: Most of the time, running on a treadmill is the better option from a performance, biomechanics, and injury-prevention...
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jan 22, 20248 min read
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Superior 100-miler advice from 2021 winner, Tom Carr
I had the privilege of coaching, crewing, and pacing (or at least attempting to pace) Tom Carr to his Superior win in 2021! He currently...
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Aug 3, 20235 min read
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Expert Tips for Tapering: The Do's and Don'ts of Preparing for Race Day
Here are six tips on what to do and what NOT to do when you are taping for a race!
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jul 10, 20235 min read
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4 Reasons Why Running Slow Will Make You Faster
Are your easy miles slow enough? Keeping your easy miles TRULY easy is the key to getting fitter and faster.
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jul 4, 20234 min read
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Should you become a run streaker? Here are 3 tips for doing it right.
Are you thinking about starting a running streak? FUN! I am currently on a 3.5+ year running streak and I absolutely love it, but it is...
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
May 26, 20236 min read
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Unleash Your Full Potential: The Impact of Hill Hiking Training on Trail and Ultra-Race Performance
“You are only as fast as your slowest mile.” – Ian Sharman This quote has stuck with me since I heard Ian say this on the Science of...
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Apr 14, 20239 min read
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Maximize Your Spring Training: 4 Mistakes to Avoid
Springtime is a common time to see more running-related injuries. This is partly because training errors are the number one cause of...
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Mar 15, 20233 min read
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When Life Throws You a Curveball: Coping Strategies for Temporary Running Hiatuses
Due to experiencing a syndrome that impacts my nervous system functioning, I have not been able to exercise a whole lot for the past 6...
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Feb 17, 20236 min read
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Are You Ready to Race? 5 Questions You Should Ask Yourself First
This weekend, I listened to the Hidden Brain podcast episode called “Who do you want to be?” Although this isn’t a “running podcast,” I...
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jan 12, 20234 min read
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How cognitive distortions are leading to poorer performance and less happiness with your running
First, what are cognitive distortions? Cognitive distortions are negative and unhealthy thought patterns that are based on your...
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Dec 8, 20225 min read
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Mastering the Cold: A Guide to Thriving During Winter Runs
1. Don’t focus on pace : When you run on snowy and/or icy paths, your pace is going to be slower. The uneven footing and softer...
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Nov 17, 20223 min read
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10 tips to improve your sleep hygiene
Sleep hygiene involves practices you can incorporate into your daily life order to have "clean" sleep. Sleep is important for physical...
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Oct 11, 20222 min read
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Overtraining Syndrome – Is it Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for Endurance Athletes?
Training involves a delicate balance between loading the body enough to get fitter and improve performance, but also allowing enough time...
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Sep 7, 20228 min read
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The 6 Biggest Mistakes Ultra-Marathon Racers Make on Race Day
Training isn't the only thing that is important to help you do your best during an ultra-marathon! Avoid these 6 common mistakes on race day
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jul 29, 20225 min read
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The secret to completing back-to-back 100-mile races
Two 100-mile races in 9 days. In this blog, I provide tips on how to complete back-to-back long races.
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jul 8, 20224 min read
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Bighorn 100 recap
Bighorn 100… My pacer from mile 48 to 82 summed up my race the best when she told me at the finish line, “You just kept having things...
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Jun 22, 202212 min read
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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Running Shoes for Your Needs
Want to find the right shoe for you? This blog provides all the information you need about running shoes!
Dr. Jamie Blumentritt, PT, DPT, CSCS
Apr 22, 20228 min read
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Three Easy Strategies to Keep Your Running Motivation High
Note from Dr. Jamie: Although I have my degree in Clinical Psychology, this is NOT the same as sports psychology. My friend, Dr. Hayley,...
Dr. Hayley Russell
Mar 16, 20225 min read
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