Every year, golf companies come out with their latest and greatest in equipment. Drivers offering 10 extra yards, more forgiving irons, better golf balls promising increased ball flight, the list goes on. Although getting a brand new driver is exciting, golfers have to understand that venture will only take them to a certain point. The […]
The glorious runner’s high. The energizing feeling of exercising your worries away and crossing off milestones with each stride. The rush of endorphins through your body... Experiencing the runner’s high is just one of the many positives that come from implementing movement into your daily routine. Exercise has the power […]
Cramps can be an athlete’s worst nightmare! These involuntary muscle spasms make it temporarily impossible to use the affected muscle and can negatively impact anyone at any time. A surprise cramp can end a day of fun activity, slow you down in a race, or even disrupt a good night’s rest. But what causes cramps […]
This just in folks, it’s hot outside! If you’re looking for a great way to get an outdoor workout in while keeping your shoes and sanity from melting into the pavement, we’ve got your back! Pool exercises are a great way to build strength, cardio, and flexibility while reducing the stress put on your body […]
In sports such and baseball and softball, maintaining the health of your throwing arm is paramount to a long and successful season, and overall playing career. During the season, there are various measures and precautions in place in order to combat the stress that is put on the arm by repetitive throwing. These can include […]
Flashback to the good old days of youth sports, where orange slices dominated the playing field during half-time. These bright orange slices full of easily digested carbohydrates, vitamin C, and water fuel young stars with a necessary and important boost that will keep them energized throughout the second half. From youth sports players to the […]
Most runners are driven, determined, and persistent, which is what keeps them performing at very high levels! No matter the weather conditions, busy schedules, or their own physical ailments, skipping a run or workout seems out of the question! We love runners at Spooner Physical […]
It’s an exciting time: you’re coming back from summer break, school is back in session, and the fall sports season is right around the corner! The weeks leading up to the first game, race, or match can be the most rigorous and intense periods of preparation experienced throughout the entire season. In normal conditions, the […]
Yoga and meditation have been around for over five thousand years, even though it might seem like they are the new trendy practices just now hitting the mainstream. The two go hand-in-hand with meditation being a core element of yoga. Practicing yoga and meditation will help develop a better sense of self and help you […]
High school athlete, weekend warrior, professional athlete. While they all might be at different levels in their athletic careers, they all have one need in common to perform at their best ability. The need for proper hydration. Proper hydration is something you should always be monitoring in day to day life, but even more so […]
