Category Archives: Sick or Injured

Mind-Body Disconnect

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Lara

“I want out of this body.” “My body betrayed me.” “This body’s limitations are not ME.” “My will is stronger than this body… I can push myself farther and faster because I WANT IT.” I say these things.  And I … Continue reading →

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Training Pause

Posted on October 18, 2010 by Lara

At some point in their lives, all athletes will have to stop in the middle of a training session due to injury, fatigue or a combination of both. During Sunday’s planned 20 miler, the second 20 miler on my training … Continue reading →

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IT Band injury for runners

Posted on October 14, 2010 by Lara

As the miles ramp up and the countdown to CIM continues, I’m starting to notice some niggling aches and pains. Tightness in my feet after a long run.  Soreness in my abs after a particularly fast run (lots of twisting … Continue reading →

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