Sports Injuries
How core training can reduce the chance of sustaining an ACL injury.
The rupture of an athlete’s Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is painful and distressing. It requires surgery to repair and then a lengthy rehabilitation process before the athlete can return to [...]
Is Inflammation Good for Muscle Growth? And Does it Help to Eat Your Protein Before Your Vegetables?
Often, you hear the word inflammation and think of something terrible. But truthfully, your body experiences some pro-inflammatory effects. For instance, when you get sick. A massive release of white [...]
An Injury Prevention Plan for Athletes
Injuries in young athletes are common; unfortunately, elbow, shoulder, and knee injuries are on the verge of becoming very common, having parents foot the bill in the amount of a [...]
Low-Level Head Impacts in Football Cause Cognitive Decline in Youth
More stones are being unturned when it comes to head trauma and impact. First, the research showed that concussions cause cognitive impairment. Then, some years later, it was discovered that [...]
The Biggest thing an Athlete can do is Take Care of their Feet
If you are like me, your feet have taken a beating. After nearly 15 years of soccer, my feet have been through a war. Soccer cleats, as well as many [...]
How to Prevent Rhabdomyolysis in Youth Athletes
Many recent fitness trends are all about pushing yourself to the max. For those properly conditioned, intense HIIT, CrossFit, or similar workouts can prove to be a physical challenge. For [...]
7 Benefits of Physical Therapy and Athletic Performance
There is nothing worse than getting injured and sitting out for many games and perhaps the season. Preparation is the number one thing you can do to prevent injury. However, [...]
How to Prevent Your ACL From Tearing Again
An anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear is one of the most devastating injuries an athlete can go through. It is season-ending and often keeps the athlete out of a chunk [...]
The Importance of Foot and Ankle Workouts
Foot and ankle training could be the most neglected and underrated aspect of sports performance. But it's critical, since activation for most athletic movements starts with the feet.
Quarterbacks: 4 Tips to Keep Your Throwing Shoulder Healthy
Quarterbacks need to take care of their primary athletic weapon—their throwing shoulder. A strong shoulder can produce powerful and accurate passes, while reducing the risk of an injury from a [...]
