5 Reasons Underwater Treadmill Running Outperforms Land
Posted on April 16, 2015 | Posted in: Aquatic Conditioning, Running, Training TipsRunning underwater differs from land running in many ways. Studies have shown than aquatic running outperforms land running because it provides many of the same results as land running, but with even more benefit. The natural properties of water offer benefits unmatched on land. Benefits of Running Underwater Reduced risk of injury The buoyancy of the water can […]
Read MoreThe Benefits Of Training With Water For Athletes
Posted on January 1, 2015 | Posted in: Aquatic Conditioning, Athletic Training, Running, Training TipsWater makes up approximately 70% of the earth and two-thirds of the human body. It has properties that are essential for life, but how does that translate to running? Benefits of Water For Athletes Water itself has many natural properties that can be extremely beneficial to athletes of all stages. Here are just a few of […]
Read More5 Reasons All Athletes Should Train Underwater
Posted on August 28, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Conditioning, Athletic Training, Running, Training TipsWe may not all be professional athletes, but any level of athlete can benefit from underwater running. Whether you are a weekend warrior, a collegiate all-star, first-time 5k runner, professional baseball player or high school lacrosse player, incorporating water into workouts can provide powerful physical and psychological benefits. Here are just five of the ways that […]
Read MoreHydroWorx Track Club
Posted on August 11, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Running, Sports Medicine Resources, Sports StoriesThe HydroWorx Track Club was formed in the summer of 2013, just in time for the team of local Central Pennsylvania runners to get suited up for the Harrisburg Mile, the area’s biggest road race. The team won 3 of the 4 elite categories that evening, and has not looked back since. HydroWorx’s support of […]
Read MoreHydroWorx Track Club Does it Again
Posted on July 18, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, In the News, Running, Sports Stories, Uncategorized, Water TherapyMembers of the HydroWorx track club were busy in action this week racing in the annual Millers Mutual Harrisburg Mile. History of the Harrisburg Mile: The Harrisburg Mile was founded in July of 1982 by the Harrisburg office of Smith Barney. The leadership baton for the Harrisburg Mile has been passed to Millers Mutual, a long-time […]
Read MoreSports Aquatic Therapy Guide
Posted on April 19, 2013 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Running, Sports Medicine Resources, Sports Stories, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillAquatic therapy is simply physical therapy that is performed in the water. Sports aquatic therapy is both physical therapy and performance training in the water for athletes and/or specific sports. More and more physicians, athletic trainers and coaches are turning to aquatic sports therapy to help athletes reach new heights. The rigors of intense training […]
Read MoreHydrotherapy, a Key Component for the Premier League
Posted on March 13, 2013 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, In the News, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, Running, Sports Medicine Resources, Sports Stories, Uncategorized, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillOne day it’s a patient at a clinic, the next day it’s a Duke basketball player and today, it’s all about the Premier League Football Clubs. The stories of facilities, individuals and teams that are using and benefiting from the pools are continuing to grow. But what’s even more interesting, is that each story is unique. A recent article […]
Read MoreAquatics and Whole-Person Wellness: A Perfect Fit
Posted on December 12, 2012 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Running, Uncategorized, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillJan Montague, President of Whole Person Wellness International, presented at an exclusive after hour event during the LeadingAge Conference in Denver, CO. Her passionate and energetic presentation was titled, “Aquatics and Whole-Person Wellness: A Perfect Fit”, where she discussed her model of whole-person wellness and her belief that warm water pools can greatly enhance wellness programs for […]
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