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April in Review

The start of Spring season high school sports, the Boston Marathon, and an ever-developing business made for a busy but great month. So many accomplishments beyond the big milestones covered below occurred. Follow the Instagram for day-to-day action.

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Does Running Cadence Matter?

In regards to running, cadence is defined as the number of steps per minute. Measuring it can be useful for a couple reasons that we’ll discuss but it is only a small piece in the puzzle of becoming a stronger and more injury-resilient runner.

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Adaptive Fitness Coach - Prowler Sled Leg Press

A movement that has become the cornerstone of lower body training for our athletes with Cerebral Palsy (but can be used by anyone), the Prowler Sled Leg Press is easy to learn, implement, and is an effective way to build lower body strength.

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Understanding Abbreviations and Jargon

While the workouts are similar in structure, they are never comparable in execution. This is because there are so many variables to play around with to produce different results. This list is a series of abbreviations, jargon, and technical terms that are frequently used.

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At-Home Strength Routines for Runners

Strength training for endurance athletes is increasing in popularity; and while runners can benefit greatly from heavy strength training, it is not accessible to everyone. The following three routines require minimal equipment and could take no more than 15 minutes

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Six Steps to Improve your Vertical Jump

While vertical jump performance is often associated with basketball and specific track and field events, every athlete can benefit from learning how to apply force into the ground quickly and absorb it with proper landing mechanics.

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