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For many tactical athletes, running isn’t optional—it’s part of the job. But too often, it leaves service members and first responders battling low back pain that sidelines training and chips away at readiness. The truth is, running shouldn’t hurt. Low back pain from running usually comes down to a handful of preventable factors: poor warm-up, […]
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The deadlift is one of the most effective lifts for building strength, power, and resilience—qualities every tactical athlete needs. But it’s also one of the easiest lifts to get wrong, and when form slips, the risk to your low back skyrockets. For military service members and first responders, staying operational means training smart. Mastering deadlift […]
The back squat is one of the most powerful tools for building strength, resilience, and tactical performance. But when performed with poor mechanics, it can just as quickly turn into a recipe for low back pain, knee stress, or sidelining injuries—things no service member or first responder can afford. If you’re on the frontlines, your […]
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