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Our Top Picks For Fall Running Routes

Updated: September 27, 2021

The leaves are falling, kids are back in school and you’re coming down from a non-stop, action-packed summer. Don’t let the frigid first days of fall stop you from staying active. It is a great excuse to create (or maintain) a running routine, which will keep you warm and healthy well into the autumn season.

We have put together something a bit different this month to inspire you to go out for a run. We have chosen our favourite running routes in St. Albert and one from each of the other areas we serve (Barrhead, Westlock, and Gibbons).

How To Strengthen Your Core To Improve Your Golf Game

Updated: April 2022

Before you shell out a couple of thousand dollars on a new set of clubs, consider working on your core stability for a better return on investment.

Sports Massage Therapy To Improve Performance

Updated July 29, 2021

A sports massage is not your typical full-body massage. Sports massage therapy is a no-nonsense approach designed to target trouble areas and trigger points to improve athletic ability and prevent injuries. This type of massage is popular amongst athletes looking to sharpen their competitive edge but is also useful for anyone looking to maintain an active lifestyle while preventing injuries.

Sports massage can be a great supplemental part of your training plan, or simply a way to treat muscle aches and pains so you can remain active and injury-free!

How To Prevent Common Summer Sports Injuries

Updated: July 11, 2022

Summer brings endless possibilities for outdoor activities during the warm, breezy summer months. We are lucky in St. Albert to have access to parks, trails, and rec centers to help us stay active and get the most out of summer. The options for outdoor play are numerous, which unfortunately means the risk of injury is present as well.

Traditional vs. Minimalistic Running Approaches

Updated: August 25, 2021

Whether you’re picking up running for the first time, restarting after a break, or you need some pointers for changing your technique, today is a great day to evaluate your running approach.

Prevent Golf Injuries

Golf season is in full swing and if you’ve been teeing off regularly, you might be feeling a little bit more soreness than normal in your back, your neck, your elbows and/or your knees.

The constant twisting, swinging, and bending during a golf game means a lot of golfers have sore backs. If you already suffer from back pain, the repetitive movements in a golf game can exacerbate that soreness. Luckily, increasing your core strength and stretching can help prevent back pain. Incorporating core and stability exercises as well as hip, legs and low back stretches into your current workout routine will go a long way in keeping you ache free.

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