Running the Boston Marathon is an incredible accomplishment, and it requires a lot of hard work and dedication. But it's not just physical training that's necessary for success. If you want to perform your best on race day, you must also focus on your overall health. This includes strengthening your body, as well as taking care of any existing aches and pains as you train. Having a Boston Marathon Training plan is essential. This is where chiropractic care comes in.
At Active Recovery Boston, Dr. Kate Kelly understands the importance of chiropractic care during training for the Boston Marathon. That’s why we offer specialized services designed to help runners stay healthy before, during, and after their races. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the benefits of chiropractic treatment for marathon runners and how our services can help you reach your Boston Marathon training goals.
What is Chiropractic Care?
Chiropractic care is a form of manual therapy that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions. It involves manipulating the spine and other joints to reduce pain and improve mobility. The goal is to restore proper function to the body’s nervous system so it can heal itself naturally without drugs or surgery. At Active Recovery Boston, our chiropractic care always includes soft tissue work to the muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascia.
Why is Chiropractic Care Important During Marathon Training?
During marathon training, runners put their bodies through a lot of stress, which can lead to injuries if they don’t take precautions. Regular chiropractic treatments can help prevent common running injuries such as Iliotibial band syndrome, shin splints, or plantar fasciitis by restoring balance to the body’s musculoskeletal system. Chiropractic care in combination with soft tissue work and myofascial adjusting can improve flexibility and range of motion, which is essential for long-distance running.
Chiropractic and myofascial adjustments are also beneficial for improving posture while running, which helps reduce fatigue and prevent pain in the lower back and hips caused by bad posture or poor form while running long distances. Lastly, regular chiropractic treatments can help boost your overall performance by improving circulation throughout your body so that oxygen-rich blood can reach all muscles more efficiently during exercise.
How Active Recovery Boston Can Help
At Active Recovery Boston in Franklin, MA and Boston, MA we specialize in providing tailored chiropractic services for athletes who are looking to improve their performance before and after races or events such as the Boston Marathon. Our team has experience working with endurance athletes from all backgrounds, so we understand the unique needs of each individual runner when it comes to treating injuries or addressing chronic pain issues caused by overtraining or improper form while running. We also design personalized programs based on each runner’s individual goals so that they can get the most out of their training sessions while staying injury free along the way!
Conclusion
A well thought out Boston Marathon training plan requires dedication and hard work if you want to perform at your best on race day—and that includes taking proper care of your body before, during, and after your runs! At Active Recovery Boston in Franklin, MA and Boston, MA, our team specializes in providing tailored chiropractic services specifically designed for athletes who are looking to improve their performance before and after events such as marathons or triathlons. With our help, you can stay healthy while reaching all your goals!
To learn more about becoming a new patient click here, or call us. Our Boston office can be reached at (617) 423-3370 or our Franklin office can be reached at (617) 959-4558 to schedule your first appointment.