Keep the Coast Clear: Chiropractic Care for Coastal Trail Cyclists & Runners

The Tony Knowles Coastal Trail offers some of Anchorage’s most stunning views and excellent opportunities for outdoor fitness. Whether you’re pushing through a long run with the Cook Inlet breeze behind you or cruising on your bike past wooded curves, the 11-mile stretch challenges both endurance and strength.

The Hidden Strain of Endurance Sports

Cycling and running both involve constant movement, steady posture, and the ability to adjust to uneven terrain. Over time, this can cause tight hips, sore knees, lower back discomfort, and neck or shoulder tension. Even a small misalignment in the spine or pelvis can subtly alter your gait or pedal stroke, reducing efficiency and increasing your risk of injury.

Precision Care for Stronger Performance

“Chirorpactic care isn’t just about addressing discomfort (though it does that quite well); it’s about helping the body move the way it was designed to,” says Dr. Young. “When the spine is in proper alignment, movement becomes more efficient, recovery is faster, and performance naturally improves.”

Using gentle (no cracking or popping, we promise!) techniques like Atlas Orthogonal and Cox Flexion Distraction, we restore spinal balance and support better biomechanics for both runners and cyclists.

Tools to Target Imbalances

At Pairmore & Young: Synergy Chiropractic, we use digital posture scans and dynamic EMG testing to identify problem areas that might be holding you back. These insights allow us to create a care plan tailored to your training and activity level. If soreness does set in, cold laser and shockwave therapies can help reduce inflammation and promote faster healing, so you can get back on the trail without lingering pain.