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Introductory Video Lesson On Yoga Toes From FitOldDog’s Continuum And Dance Teacher For An Endurance Athlete

  Hi folks, I recently published a blog post about the effect of Continuum training and yoga toes on the health of my feet and my shoe size. This generated some interest from Pauline, an endurance athlete who introduced me … Continue reading →

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Watch Out For Those First Subtle Signs Of Change

  Hi folks, The first vague indication of fall, for me at least, comes as a cool morning walk with that feeling of winter on the way. The first sure sign of fall comes in a more sinister form, for … Continue reading →

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Continuum Is Improving My Posture Thank Goodness

Continuum sessions by Rebecca http://goo.gl/mn2ec are improving my posture and stance, reducing strain on my calves, improving my run, and actually making me slightly taller and more relaxed, especially my shoulders and neck. Continue reading →

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Improvising Your Training With No Excuses

When I find myself in a hotel with little or no access to training equipment, and the terrain is really not suited to running, I’ll use the fire-escape stairwell, combined with core work on the carpet. Works great! No excuses! Continue reading →

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Learn To Stand Before You Walk Before You Run

The way you stand, which can always be improved, will determine the functional state of your body as you progress through walking to running. Your standing stance was determined when you were a toddler, with modifications by life experiences such as teetering or falling. Continue reading →

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Posture Is A Critical Key To Biomechanical Health And Athletics

We develop poor posture due to old habits, but this can be corrected with a resultant increase in your height and more effective biomechanics, which will render you physically more healthy and effective, especially as an older athlete. Continue reading →

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It’s Worth The Trouble To Get To Know Your Psoas Muscles

The psoas muscles are critical for healthy posture, being important hip flexors that allow you to lift your knees during running and cycling. They also play a central role in dance, which is why you should strengthen your psoas muscles, and care for them as you would any other important tool in your life. Continue reading →

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