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What biking & golf have to do with a running injury

A few weeks back, I went for a run and tweaked my calf. This was unusual for a couple reasons. First, I was only about half a mile into the run. I had been running two miles consistently 3-5 mornings a week over the past two months, so my body Read more

By Charlie Cates, 7 yearsJuly 6, 2018 ago

Charlie Cates

Running With Tight Calves? Your Core May Be To Blame.

Since about 2011, I have had foot and lower leg issues when I would go for a run. Everything would feel fine when I would start, but within ten minutes I would feel my calves tighten up. This tightness would travel up to my knees and then eventually into my back and shoulders, ultimately preventing me from running much farther than a mile or two. (more…)

By Charlie Cates, 9 yearsOctober 20, 2016 ago