Search Results for: runner
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Warning Signs and Treatment for Arrhythmia
If your heart literally skips a beat, it's anything but romantic. It may be a sign of an arrhythmia—a problem with your heart rate and rhythm.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health
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Seeking Care for Tendonitis
Sports medicine primary care doctors treat all types of tendonitis, from tennis elbow to jumper's knee. Learn more about common problems and treatments.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Expert Tips for Marathon Recovery
Erin Angelini, DPT, an expert at UPMC Rehabilitation Institute, discusses life, recovery, and training before and after a marathon.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
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50 Phenoms: How a Marathoner Kept Running After Triple Bypass Surgery
Joe Church had four heart attacks and went through open-heart surgery, but he returned to the starting line.Watch Now
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, UPMC Stories
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Indoor Training for Marathon Season
UPMC's own Aaron Mares, MD, primary care sports medicine physician, is Associate Medical Director for the Pittsburgh Marathon. He has developed indoor workout tips for treadmill survival, cross-training, and transitioning back outside when the weather gets warmer.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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How to Build Endurance: Four Simple Steps
You build cardiovascular endurance by continually challenging your body. Learn how to pace yourself and reach your fitness goals, all while running strong.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Do You Need to Do a Workout Cooldown?
The science on workout cool downs is questionable. But there may still be benefits to taking a few minutes at the end of a hard workout to recover.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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What You Should Know About Custom Orthotics
Custom orthotics, which are highly customized shoe or heel inserts that are fabricated just for your feet, are an integral part of training for runners and all kinds of athletes. Learn more from the experts at UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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Virtual Fitness: What You Should Know Part 1
Virtual fitness describes exercise programs that are offered online and can be done at home, allowing exercisers to follow along via their electronic devices. If you are used to fitness classes and other group exercise, some virtual programs offer an online community where you can interact and burn calories with your peers.Read More
Categorized as: COVID-19, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine