NSAIDs

Several questions have come my way asking about issues with aches, pains, either with headaches and/or cramps; much of the time is associated with dehydration, please ensure you’re replenishing your fluids before, during and after your training. I’m always hesitant to...

Pain vs. Soreness

Unfortunately there is no April Fools joke when it comes to pain or soreness. Your muscles have an abundant blood supply which also regenerate and respond faster to the overload of exercise you are putting your body through. The object of exercise should be to...
Running through pollen & asthma, etc…

Running through pollen & asthma, etc…

Hello our fellow athletes, Well it’s that time again, the winds of change and seasons of running.  we’ve received several questions regarding Running with allergies and pollen. First and foremost if you have severe allergies you’ll want to get clearance...
Benefits of Volunteering & Cross Training

Benefits of Volunteering & Cross Training

Our coaches volunteer week after week to be there to help you discover your untapped possibilities you have as an athlete. One of the benefits of volunteering is our health, did you know that research demonstrates volunteering leads to better health and that older...
Growing Older and Wiser

Growing Older and Wiser

First and foremost, what a fantastic workout we had on Saturday.  Several athletes stated several comments: “reached a new passion for fitness” and “found my love for running once again”. Second, as years go by, we get a little wiser, (or so I...
What is Lactic Acid?

What is Lactic Acid?

Balanced Running is combined with balanced living, our mission is to improve your quality of life through running and walking. We’ve created impactful partnerships because we’re community leaders and health advocates. We believe that all walks of life...