Fitness & Training
What Running Means to Them
We teamed up with six fitness advocates in the community and found out how running has improved their lives.
Read MoreWhat Music Do Runners Listen To?
Need some music inspiration while you hit the pavement? Look no further.
Read MoreDynamic Stretches for Runners
Wondering how you should be stretching before a run? The more movement, the better.
Read MoreTrying to Stay Hydrated? The Truth About Sports Drinks VS. Water
Read the label – sports and energy drinks may have more in them than you bargained for.
Read MoreTraining For Your Next Race With OrthoCarolina
From training plans to learning how to properly foam roll, OrthoCarolina has your back as you prepare for your first or next race!
Read MoreFoam Rolling Tips from the Pros
Foam rolling can help runners relax tight muscles and increase flexibility. These exercises
The Different Kinds of Runs You See on Training Plans and Why Each Are Important
Training for an upcoming race? The training plan you use will vary runs and styles. Here’s why each are important for a successful outing.
You Asked: 10K Training Plan FAQ's
Have questions about OrthoCarolina's 10K training plans? The author of the training talks about everything from cross-training and injuries, to how to fuel before a long run.
Read More10k Training Plans From a Physical Therapist
Whether you're training for your first 10k or looking for that new personal record, our physical therapist authored training plans will help get you there.
Read MoreNever Leave a Man Behind – Two Physicians Help Another Overcome Injury and Become a Warrior for Good
An injury just days before he was slated to run the Boston Marathon didn’t keep a local anesthesiologist from his goals.
Read MorePhysical Performance Testing: Not Just for NFL Hopefuls
When NFL hopefuls go through drills in the NFL Combine, millions of dollars are on the line but these drills can help you, too, as you chart your athletic progress or as your PT decides if you're ready to get back to activity after an injury.
Running Race Etiquette
Occasionally poor runner’s etiquette can get in the way of having a good race day experience. Here are a few helpful tips whether you’ve never run a race before or are a seasoned competitor.
Read MoreThe 30-Second Stretching Rule
It’s common to see runners and other athletes prepare for training by quickly touching their toes or stretching their quads. But how long should you really be holding a stretch?
Read MoreSix Things We Learned About the NFL Combine from the Panthers’ Head Team Physician
The medical knowledge gleaned from the NFL Combine (which itself was started by physicians) will inform the draft.
Read MoreTips for Safe Winter Running
Running in the winter can be an exhilarating challenge. But it also presents unique challenges and can add a higher risk for injuries.
Read MoreFrom College Basketball Star to Orthopedic Surgeon – How Sports Shaped One Doctor's Future
In seventh grade, she almost got cut from the basketball team, but Dr. Julie Woodside’s future held an NCAA basketball career where she learned the focus that propelled her into orthopedic surgery.
Read MoreFree Workouts You Can Do at Home
Life making it hard to get to the gym? Here's a list of resources that provide free workouts.
Read MoreWorld Champion Power Lifter Calls Total Hip Replacement a "Miracle" Hitting the Gym Just Weeks After Surgery
Learn how a power-lifter has built his fitness back up after a total hip replacement.
Read MoreHow a Year of Pilates Shaved 15 Seconds Off My Mile Pace
After OC Physical Therapist Assistant Mary Jean followed through on a year of Pilates classes, she looks back at the results she’s seen, including a 15-second reduction in her mile pace.
Read More5 Tips for Keeping Your New Year's Running Resolution
It’s no surprise that fitness is one of the top New Year’s resolutions year after year. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the top resolutions that isn’t fulfilled.
Read MoreHow to Have a Healthy 2019: REAL Tips from an Orthopedist
Many of us make healthy resolutions every year, stick to them for a while, and inevitably break them. Sound familiar?
Read MoreGiving it a Whirl: a Ballet Dancer’s Quest to Rehab in Time for the Ultimate Holiday Performance
To Mia, dancing The Nutcracker is an obligatory part of the holiday season. At 16 years old, she dances five days a week for 20 hours a week. She will do anything to stay on her toes and one day dance in New York.
Reindeer Games Workout
After this workout, Rudolph may have been happy that he didn't have to participate in those reindeer games! Physical therapist Sarah Dobroka has helped us get into the holiday spirit by putting together this calorie-sleighing workout.
Read MoreRunning in Cold Weather
Cold weather can make runners more prone to injuries as muscles tense up and can cause asthmatic flares.
A Simple Way to Improve Your Running
While there may be no perfect way to run for everyone, we can all benefit from a few tips that can improve running efficiency.
Read More