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Go-to Strength Exercise for Crossover Running Gait
Crossover Gait happens when the foot crosses the midline of the body at the mid-stance position of the gait. Why does it happen? Weak...

Dayna Player Robinson
Dec 19, 20221 min read


Local Races in first half of 2023
Let's get out and RUN!!! Need help to get to your next race ready to race? New to running or coming back after a break? Join our Get...

Dayna Player Robinson
Dec 13, 20221 min read


3 progressive exercises to do to strengthen the hamstrings, for running.
Runners need strong hamstrings for two reasons: to avoid injury & to become healthier stronger, & even faster athletes. Like most muscles...

Dayna Player Robinson
Dec 12, 20221 min read


How are your calf muscles treating you?
The calf muscles (gastrocnemius, soleus, and many other smaller ones) contract, lift your heel and propel you upward and forward that...

Dayna Player Robinson
Dec 5, 20221 min read


How is your balance?
Have you ever thought about running being a single leg sport? Well it is! This is why balance is important for runners, and for everyone...

Dayna Player Robinson
Nov 28, 20221 min read


Our 15 Day Foot Challenge is live!!!
As you know I have be doing lots with the feet - our foundation which every movement is built on. I am so pumped to finally have a 15...

Dayna Player Robinson
Nov 21, 20221 min read


Strong Feet - Assessment Part 2
Our feet are our foundation which every movement is built on. This first step in building a strong foundation is an assessment to see how...

Dayna Player Robinson
Nov 15, 20221 min read


Strong Feet - Assessment Part 1
Our feet are our foundation which every movement is built from. This first step in building a strong foundation is an assessment to see...

Dayna Player Robinson
Nov 8, 20221 min read


Tips for Mother Runners
Bounding is a common deficiency seen in distance runners. In endurance running we want all our energy to go to pushing us forward. ...

Dayna Player Robinson
Oct 31, 20221 min read


3 Exercises to help with Hip Drop
One of the most common deficiencies seen in runners is a compensation called a “hip drop.” Hip drop occurs when full body weight is being...

Dayna Player Robinson
Oct 24, 20221 min read


Words of Running Wisdom from World Senior Games track athletes.
Last week I had the opportunity to help at the Huntsman's World Senior Games track & field events. At the bullpen, I was able to talk...

Dayna Player Robinson
Oct 18, 20221 min read


Test your hip flexors range of motion & try a drill to help.
The primary hip flexors are a group of 6 muscles; the rectus femoris, TFL, iliacus, psoas, iliocapsularis, and sartorius muscles. Rectus...

Dayna Player Robinson
Oct 10, 20221 min read


2 Tips to NOT lose your toe nails this marathon
No one like to lose their toe nail! Give this tips a try. Losing toenails is often part of a running. But it does not have to be you!...

Dayna Player Robinson
Sep 23, 20221 min read


How to tape your IT Band
With my friend Angie Tanaka, DPT What is the IT Band? The iliotibial tract or "IT band" is a long, fibrous band of flexible fascia that...

Dayna Player Robinson
Sep 19, 20221 min read


The Big Toe and the Big Deal it is for your Run
The big toe might be a smaller joint but that does not mean it's not important for athletes. From a powerful push off while running, to...

Dayna Player Robinson
Sep 12, 20221 min read


Importance of Electrolytes
With this heat we have going on right now - electrolytes can play a big role in your performance! First let's see if you have any signs...

Dayna Player Robinson
Sep 5, 20221 min read


Multi-Joint Exercises - Helps Your Running Form
Step-up with Knee Drive & Eccentric Down Ankle, knee, hip, & shoulders all working - I am all about more bang for your time. Multi-joint...

Dayna Player Robinson
Aug 30, 20221 min read


Knees feeling the extra miles?
Been feeling a little tight as you add on more miles, or just with life? Try adding these 4 movements into your day. 1 - Wall Squat hold...

Dayna Player Robinson
Aug 22, 20221 min read


Eccentric Single Leg Squats = More strength for your Time
Eccentric movement is the lengthening phase of a muscle movement, slower movement is usually needed to do this. (I like to use different...

Dayna Player Robinson
Aug 16, 20221 min read


RICE vs PEACE & LOVE- Soft Tissue Injury Treatment
RICE vs PEACE & LOVE - soft tissue injury treatment

Dayna Player Robinson
Aug 9, 20222 min read
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