For many, summer is defined by a whirlwind of outdoor activity, a natural response to warmer, brighter and warmer days. But as we venture out into the sun for yard work, bike rides, morning jogs, long hikes and swimming at the beach, Valencia physical therapist Tim Eckard warns people to avoid common summer exercise mistakes that can put them at […]
The longer days and warmer weather of spring can be invigorating, enticing runners of all levels to up their games. But while this time of year may motivate one to increase the duration, frequency and intensity of their runs, Valencia physical therapist Tim Eckard cautions that if the increase is too sudden, it could put the runner at the risk […]
A “weekend warrior” is someone who, due to the hectic nature of a typical workweek, opts to cram most of her or his exercise into weekend workouts, activities, games and/or competitions. And while Valencia physical therapist Tim Eckard says he’ll never fault anyone for getting exercise, he added that weekend warriors should be particularly cautious […]
