La Sportiva Blog

PT for Mountain Runners - Hamstring Tendinopathy
Two runners on the descent
Bullet-proof your hamstrings with this routine from La Sportiva mountain runner and DPT Andrew Fast... Read more...
PT for Mountain Runners - Ankle Stability
Two runners heading uphill
Build balance and strength with these exercises to protect runners' most vulnerable joint: the ankle... Read more...
PT for Mountain Runners - Anterior Knee Pain
Adam and friend running uphill
If you're having knee pain, look up the chain! Andrew Fast DPT shares two hip exercises for runners... Read more...
What You Should Know Before Running the LT100
Clare Gallagher at the finish line
"The 100 had been on my mind because—why not?" Clare Gallagher gives advice for LT100 Read more...
Training Tips for Maintaining Motivation
Kylee Toth Ohler uphill
Switch up your training program and refresh your motivation with tips from Nick Elson and Kylee Ohler... Read more...
Fastpacking - How to Get Started
La Sportiva boots in water
Intended for traveling long, fast and light, fastpacking lets you cover more ground than backpacking... Read more...
Clare Gallagher - Winter Running ≠ Summer Running
Clare Gallagher running by the Flatirons
“How do you train throughout the winter?” Clare Gallagher talks cold weather motivation and training... Read more...
Kristina Pattison - Rolling Your Hip Flexors
Kristina Pattison standing on summit
Routine mobility work provides noticeable results and pays dividends in performance and recovery time. Read more...
Kristina Pattison - Hip Mobility for Runners
Kristina Pattison running on summit
Full range of motion in key joints, like the hips, is vital in reducing risk of injury among runners.  Read more...
Kristina Pattison - Strengthen Your Glutes
Kristina Pattison mountain running
Doctor of Physical Therapy and ultrarunner Kristina Pattison shares four exercises for strong glutes.  Read more...
Kristina Pattison - Two Hip Strengtheners
Kristina Pattison mountain running
Two exercises that help runners build strength and stability, for tackling technical mountain terrain. Read more...
Maria Dalzot - A Guide for Race Eating
Maria Dalzot running in La Sportiva apparel
Implementing good fueling practices before, during & after races will optimize performance & recovery...  Read more...