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The pull-up is one of the ultimate shows of physical fitness, but it can be hard on your joints if done improperly. Think about the mechanics -- you are not only supporting, but actually pulling your entire body weight into the air, then lowering it back down.
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Many runners will experience soleus pain at some point in their running careers due to various reasons, including overusing the soleus muscle.
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Muscles in your upper back can get tight, particularly if you sit a lot during the day. Thoracic paraspinal stretches decrease tightness in these muscles.
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Stretching the erector spinae requires rounding, or flexing the back. This can be done with the four stretches presented in the article.
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Peripheral neuropathy is a serious condition that affects your nervous system. Yoga may help you deal with the symptoms of pain, numbness and muscle weakness.
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Adrenal fatigue often results from chronic stress and is incredibly common. Practice a gentle yoga style to help restore function in these endocrine glands.
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Loose shoulder ligaments can lead to injuries down the road. Strengthening the muscles around the shoulder decreases your risk of injury.
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A pulled lower back usually only requires rest, ice, compression, and elevation, followed by exercise. In more severe cases, surgery is required.
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Calf pain is a common complaint among runners. Your calf is actually a group of two muscles located in the back of your lower leg. Straining or tearing the muscles creates discomfort ranging from a mild aching when running to a sharp pain even at rest.
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The meniscus is a C-shaped piece of cartilage located between your shinbone and thighbone. Each knee has two menisci. A torn meniscus may cause pain, swelling and stiffness. If certain yoga poses are performed without proper alignment, your meniscus is at risk for injury.
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If you have flat feet, a condition where the arches of the feet have collapsed, a lack of foot strength and flexibility can inundate you with physical symptoms, such as pain in the feet, low back and legs. But having flat feet doesn’t warrant hanging up your kicks for good.
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Shoulder bursitis can be debilitating, interfering with everyday activities. Exercises can decrease pressure on painful bursa.
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If the fifth chakra, or throat chakra, is blocked, it can lead to anxiety. You can treat the physical or spiritual symptoms to clear the blockage.
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By remaining patient and following some manageable steps, it is possible to successfully return to running after a calf strain.
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When the weather is too hot during the summer, rainy in the spring, or cold and snowing in the winter, the treadmill often replaces the outdoor track or road. The treadmill helps you continue running, jogging or walking during conditions where running outside is not necessarily an option.
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Traditional forms of cardio such as running and sprinting will place more stress on the lower back. Try alternate exercises for a pain free session.
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While some back pain stems from arthritis or infection, one common reason is also poor posture. Stretching your back allows it to realign itself, relieving pressure and pain. Stretching with either a back-stretching machine or an inversion table can provide the best results.
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Runners most often experience two distinct varieties of stomach pain after running: abdominal muscle cramps or "stitches," and gastrointestinal pain such as indigestion.
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Anterior shoulder instability can lead to injuries such as joint dislocation. Strengthening exercises can improve stability of your shoulder joint.
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If you’ve strained an ab muscle, these 6 tips could help you get back in the game sooner than you might otherwise.
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