You guys know I can’t go too long without talking about feet and footwear. Whether it’s in the clinic or here on this blog, you’ve probably heard me ramble about the impact shoes have on our health. But today, I want to step away from the usual topics of foot mechanics and injury prevention. Instead...

I’ve fielded questions about probiotics more frequently lately, so let’s set the record straight. There is no doubt that probiotics, or the beneficial bacterial strains within the human gut (and entire body for that matter), are pivotal to health. However, it gets a little more grey and nuanced when...

I wanted to spotlight another specific research study recently published within the past few weeks that has rapidly gained significant notoriety. This week's highlight study was on creatine. Most people have heard of creatine before, and many think this pivotal nutrient is only for weightlifters. Ho...

To build off of the last blog, we’re going to dive a little deeper into specific ways to vary your training to get faster, more aerobically fit, and be able to run longer. 

A lot of runners run at the same pace for the same distance, every day. I’m not saying this is a bad thing however if you woul...

This study was published earlier this month. It has been blowing up in the holistic health space, so I figured I’d devote this week’s newsletter to break it down. It has long been hypothesized that modern pesticide exposure is linked to the exponential increase in many of the chronic diseases that p...

Although it is not likely that everyone reading has received one, we have all heard the term “root canal.” Furthermore, chances are high that you know at least one person with one or more “root-filled” teeth, as around 12% of adults in our country have received a root canal. Basically, root canal tr...

Today we're diving into the importance of having an “in-between shoe”, a versatile option for everyday life that bridges the gap between specialized footwear like running shoes, dress shoes, and flip-flops.

Not All Shoes Are Built for Daily Consistent Wear

Every shoe serves a purpose. Here's a qui...

Hayden and I participated in the Tough Ruck 2024 this past weekend. It was a rucking marathon event; 26.2 miles with 35+ lbs hanging on the back for the duration of the race. It was extremely challenging. Quite frankly, it was the most difficult thing I have ever done in my life up to this point. Nu...

When you think of creatine, you might picture muscle-bound lifters chugging down shakes after a heavy lift. But here’s the truth: creatine is one of the most researched and effective supplements out there, and its benefits go far beyond the gym floor.

Yes, it helps with building muscle and boosting...

Have you recently started running again and found yourself dealing with shin splints or calf pain? Don’t worry I’ve got you covered! I’ll explain what shin splints are, how to prevent them, what to do if you start experiencing them, and share some effective strengthening exercises to keep your lower...

I think calcium supplementation can be a game changer for many. I personally have calcium in my supplement repertoire currently in the form of a blend. The purpose of the calcium edition of “There’s More to the Story” was simply to do just that; make people aware of the nuances as it relates to calc...

Welcome to what could become a monthly source of inspiration and tips for all things running. If you choose to follow along here's a sneak peek into what you can expect each month. I will dive into a specific running topic, whether it's short-distance sprints, middle-distance challenges, long-distan...