Cross-Fit, Fitness, Physical Therapy, Running
Mandie Majerus
Running Warmup & Stretching?

It is that time of year where many people are hitting the pavement and trails ramping up for races or just general fitness goals. Some may have gutted out the wintry weather and tried to sneak in runs during breaks in the rain or indoors on the always reliable treadmill. With an increase in volume of running, we often see repetitive stress injuries that can come with inadequate attenuation of forces. If you’ve been running long enough, chances are you know someone or have a running partner who dealt with a recalcitrant tendon issue, whether involving the Achilles tendon, peroneal tendon or patellar tendon. Or maybe you had to deal with it yourself. If so, hopefully you’ve packed your patience as the process can be frustrating. If you have ever had these injuries sideline you then you know how it can hinder your ability to compete in athletic activities. It’s helpful to understand the physiology of what is happening to the tendon in order to know how best to treat it, ideally while working alongside a physical therapist familiar with running and jumping injuries. 

Running Warmup & Stretching?
Crossfit, Physical Therapy, Running
Ben Wobker
Knee Osteoarthritis in Runners?

Does Running Cause Knee Arthritis?


In my practice, I frequently have the opportunity to interact with runners. Running is a repetitive activity that certainly has injury risk. I do frequently come across runners and people who have quit running saying something like: “I know running will give me arthritis, but I just love to do it.” or “I quit running because I was afraid of developing arthritis in my knees.” Common thought continues to be that the impact of running does lead to arthritis.


Examining the Evidence


Do our perceptions meet reality? Let’s look at the research to find out.



Knee Osteoarthritis in Runners?
Cross-Fit, Fitness, Physical Therapy, Running
Katie Hutchins, PT, DPT
Patellafemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)

What is Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome?

Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS), also known as “runner’s knee”, is a broad term that describes pain in the front of the knee and around the kneecap. It’s one of the most common overuse injuries of the knee. Although it’s more common in individuals that participate in sports with lots of running or jumping, it can occur in nonathletes as well.

Patellafemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Cross-Fit, Fitness, Physical Therapy, Running
Manny Tharrington
Speed Skills

“Speed kills” is a phrase often heard in the athletic world to emphasize the idea that the faster the athlete is, the more successful he or she will be. As a health professional and a performance coach, it is important to teach athletes that being fast does not always have to rely on genetic background. There are plenty of specific mechanics that can turn speed into a skill.

Speed Skills
weight lifting, Crossfit, Fitness
Anne Harmon Grout
Super Jock'n Jill Q & A

Super Jock 'n Jill has been a part of the running community for many years. You now have a second location in Redmond. Ty, can you please highlight some of the history of the store and your community involvement?

The store opened in 1975 when running wasn't as popular as it is now. Running around Greenlake was definitely not what it is now. Laurel James started the store and her son Chet James and his wife Judy Albrecht bought it from her in 1997. The goal of the store has always centered around the community. We try to provide resources for our community through Medical Nights and hosting runs or walks from the store while also donating to local community needs. (Auctions, shoes for shelters, races, etc.) We support our other local businesses and hope to provide good jobs for those working for us.

Super Jock'n Jill Q & A

RUnner's High

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Runner's High

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Runner's High

Sometimes runners have a tendency to run and only run. For good reason. Running is fun, endorphins are released and running feels like an efficient use of your exercise time. If you are like me, I love putting races on my schedule to have something to aim for and to give me that extra push when I might otherwise not get out for a run. But to be a complete runner, one should think of running as going hand in hand with strength and stability training. Strength and stability training can be very beneficial to reduce the risk of injury as well as enhance running performance. Runners are often diagnosed with injuries including Achilles tendinopathy, patellofemoral pain syndrome, ITB syndrome, medial tibial stress syndrome (shin splints) and hip bursitis. Use of a formal training program has been found to decrease the risk of race related injury among half marathoners. Even elite runners have a strength and stability program built into their regimen.