OrthoCarolina Resources

“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.

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.

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.

The staff at OrthoCarolina offers tips on staying healthy and their favorite way to spend a day outside in Charlotte.

The pain of shin splits can sideline your game.

Running a dog has even more direct training benefits than simply wearing them out.

The middle of November can be a tricky time for spending time outdoors in central Carolina.

Crossing the finish line of your first marathon is an exhilarating experience.

Hiking 24 miles over the rugged terrain of eastern North Carolina in a single day is no joke.

While Charlotte may be playing catch up in areas like cycling infrastructure, the Queen City isn’t lacking for cycling enthusiasts.

Child’s Pose is a resting yoga pose that helps to reduce stress and fatigue.

Warming up your body properly can increase running performance and reduce the chance of injury.

The yoga pose Downward-Facing Dog is ideal for athletes and the general population.

Soccer players combine speed, strength and agility to compete on the field. Ball handling, sprint work and shooting drills are typically incorporated into practices… but developing core strength may not be.

Carolina Courts’ gyms in Indian Trail and Concord are some of the best basketball and volleyball facilities in the Charlotte area.