Podcast #10 at Trail Runner Nation. In this Sock Doc Podcast we discuss: Weirdest thing you have seen on the trail Importance of rest Mitochondrial Bio-genesis Perfume / Cologne debate Consistency in training Do you have the C & D? Foam Rolling You can also listen to the podcast at …
Archives for 2014
Surgical Intervention: Think Twice Before You Get Knifed Part II: Going Under the Knife
So you’re still thinking of some surgical intervention for your injury – getting cut open? That’s fine – maybe it’s right for you as long as you’ve fully investigated other treatments and have second opinions as I discussed in Part I. Let’s now talk about what surgery can do to your …
Surgical Intervention: Think Twice Before You Get Knifed Part I: Making an Informed, Educated Decision
An injured athlete is sometimes faced with the decision to go under the knife to hopefully rid you of your pain once and for all. With the multitude of diagnostic tests available today it’s often very easy to be convinced that surgery is the only way you will get better, …
Truly BAREFOOT
See the attached PDF for my recent article in Paleo Magazine, August/September 2014 edition – “Barefoot“. Check out Paleo Magazine for more great articles. Humans, with rare exception, should be able to function well while barefoot from birth until death. Although sadly many people are unable to walk, run, …
No, It’s Not Your Hammy
The hamstrings are that group of muscles in the back of your thigh that every athlete is familiar with. Simply put, they are three muscles that provide motion to two joints – the hip and the knee. They’re of great importance if you choose to extend your hips, flex your …
Aging Athletes: Your Excuse Is Getting Old
See the attached PDF for my recent article in Paleo Magazine, June/July 2014 edition – “Your Excuse Is Getting Old“. Check out Paleo Magazine for more great articles. It’s Your Excuse That Is Getting Old “Your joints ache because you’re old.” “You’re fat because you’re old.” “You don’t sleep …
Sock Doc Podcast #9 At Trail Runner Nation: Athlete Motivation Part II – “Why Athletes Stink”
Podcast #9 at Trail Runner Nation. In this Sock Doc Podcast I discuss more of the science behind why athletes lack motivation and its relevance to health and performance. Specifically I discuss what it means when athletes stink (literally) either from body odor or from ammonia toxicity. See Part I …
Sock Doc Podcast #8 At Trail Runner Nation: Athlete Motivation Part I – “The Two Brains”
Podcast #8 at Trail Runner Nation. In this Sock Doc Podcast we discuss the science behind motivation. From your brain to your gut, we talk in detail about the physiological and mental aspects of motivation and how you can regain the Eye of the Tiger if you’ve lost your spark! …
Stress: “Make You, Break You”
See the attached PDF for my recent article in Paleo Magazine, April/May 2014 edition. Check out Paleo Magazine for more great articles. Stress: “Make You, Break You” Stress: Make You, Break You Stress is that general term which many use to describe something that poses some threat to their …
Fifteen Reasons to Wear a Maximalist Shoe
You would rather say “maximal” than “minimal” when pointing to anything below your waist. You’re a trend-follower. Now that maximalist shoes are more popular than ever, you’ll follow suit. You’re secretly hoping that your favorite brand comes out with a glitter model since that’s in style now too. The minimalist …
Go Hard and Then Go Home
Training needs to be hard. Sometimes. Although you shouldn’t subscribe to the “No Pain, No Gain” motto, there is a time to push yourself if you want to be a stronger, faster, and more fit athlete. If you’re stuck in a training rut and not improving, then maybe it’s time …