Sports Performance and Training
In the world of sports, injuries are an unfortunate but inevitable part of the game. Athletes are constantly pushing their bodies to the limit, and sometimes, that limit pushes back. However, what if there was a way to significantly reduce the risk of injury? Enter...
Sports Performance and Training
We’ve all heard the phrase or variation of the phrases, “Weightlifting stunts growth” or “Weights are bad for kids.” This myth has been debunked for years, yet, there are still parents, coaches, and educators who are still highly misinformed. This myth likely came...
Sports Performance and Training
Performance training is a term used to describe any type of exercise or training program that focuses on improving your performance in a sport, whether you’re an elite athlete or a weekend warrior. Performance training is an essential component of any sports program,...
Sports Performance and Training
How can you reduce your risk of having a throwing injury? What factors contribute to shoulder and elbow injuries? In this blog, we will review what gives baseball and softball athletes the best chance to keep their arm healthy and reduce their risk of a throwing...
Sports Performance and Training
Being a Certified Athletic Trainer (AT) and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) allows me to provide a dynamic type of programming for my athletes. I evaluated and assessed athletes’ orthopedic injuries for many years. I have rehabilitated...
Sports Performance and Training
Sports specialization is the focus and dedication to one sport year-round. Is specialization the way to get your child to the next level, or should they play multiple sports instead? Let’s see what the data says. Research has proven time and time again that single...