From 8 am until 7 pm on Saturday, Crossfit athletes from across the Midwest competed in the first annual MAT Games at Hy-Vee Hall in Des Moines, hosted by the gym Crossfit 8035. Whether or not you recognize Crossfit terms like WOD, snatch, clean, jerk, pistol, or abbreviations like T2B, K2B, or DU, there was no doubting that the MAT …
Perform at Your Best: Plantar Fasciitis Risks, Prevention, & Treatment
About Plantar Fasciitis Plantar Fasciitis is a heel condition characterized by pain on the base and middle side of the heel, especially upon the first steps of the day. With stretching, the pain typically lessens. Plantar fasciitis is not genetic. Rather, it is caused by dysfunctions in the way the body moves. Specifically, a lack of ankle dorsiflexion, or a …
Dr. LoRang Treats Triathletes with Graston and ART at the Hy-Vee Triathlon
Thousands of participants converged on Gray’s Lake on Sunday for the 2013 Hy-Vee Triathlon in Des Moines. The beautifully orchestrated event unfolded over the morning and early afternoon with athletes from all over the world, on what turned out to be a gorgeous September day. Graston and ART for Athlete Rehabilitation Dr. LoRang was on hand near the rehab station at …
Dr. LoRang at 2013 Drake Relays Road Race
April 28, 2013, was a beautiful day for the Hy-Vee Road Races at the Drake Relays. Dr. LoRang was on hand, treating runners achy legs and sore backs with soft tissue treatments like DNS, McKenzie, ART, and Graston.