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Here are a few guidelines to ensure your body is getting the rest it needs.

Tree pose, standing pose and warrior pose are incredibly effective yoga postures to build, improve and maintain balance.

Andy Hylton, OrthoCarolina physician assistant and former professional soccer player says direct blows to the eyes generally result in temporary blurry vision and can result in a "black eye", but occasionally a more serious eye injury can occur.

From the cool waters of Lake Jocassee to the brackish tidal swamps out east, the Carolinas are home to a huge variety of flat water paddling experiences.

My desire to teach was inspired by many things... But most of all, I loved what group fitness did for me personally and I wanted to return the favor

Yoga is a great cross-training tool for runners to stretch, lengthen and strengthen tight muscles resulting from logging daily miles.

After a shoulder injury, Norm was seen at our University location...watch the visit unfold.

However, despite the love for soccer, the majority of players in England, still played multiple sports.

As we enter the month of August, many children and teenagers are headed back to school. Many of us remember our high school football games on Friday night with the cheerleading team on the sidelines helping to lead the crowd in chants to help their football team win the game.

At OrthoCarolina we have a love for athletes, sports, and competition. The stories of determination and strength behind Olympic gold, mirror the stories of perseverance and drive our patients show each day.

There’s a feeling of freedom for runners when summer first breaks in the Queen City. Glowing armbands and reflective tape are retired as daylight lingers well into the evening.

“I was going nuts,” she says of those days without running. “What am I going to do now?”

As students head back to school, many dancers head back to the studio and a vigorous training schedule.

A midfoot strike is ideal for runners and helps reduce the force and shock to a runner’s hip, knee and ankle.

Runners are often quick to blame shoes for injuries, and although not always the case, a properly functioning running shoe is important.

Hot yoga is the art of practicing yoga in a heated room. The added heat allows your body to stretch deeper and muscles to lengthen longer.

As even a casual viewer knows, the physical challenges facing a motorsports crew are significant...

Jenni recommends runners focus on building core strength as part of an overall training plan.

Plus, three drills to try on your own

Insider Tips from a Lifelong Enthusiast

Running with good form can help runners be more efficient, improve overall performance and avoid injury.

OrthoCarolina trainer Chris Gabriel teaches Katie Levans how to warm up for a run with four easy moves

My favorite running partner is my wife Amanda. Running together gives us dedicated time away from hectic schedules and opportunities to build memories around races.

At OrthoCarolina we are big supporters of Isabella’s Dream Team. Read Erin’s full story, and learn how to get involved to help end childhood cancer.

As the director of clinical operations for OrthoCarolina, David Little has seen plenty of athletes stopped in their tracks by injury.