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Female Athletes: 3 Weight Lifting Myths
There are many myths that surround lifting that for too long have deterred female athletes either from resistance training altogether or from exercising in this way consistently. That is why it is important to understand the benefits of resistance training for females and what the research tells us.
Let’s start with some basics: Resistance training is proven[…]
One Tool Physical Therapists Use to Help You Stretch Better
By: John Kline, PT, DPT, CSCS, FAFS
Do you find that when you stretch, you lack the stability and/or balance to hold the stretch you are attempting to complete? Or, do you find that you cannot find a way to get the deep stretch you are looking for? A stretch cage is a tool that allows you to[…]
5 Strength Exercises for Runners
By: Megan Ferguson, PT, DPT, ATC
Running is one of those rare sports where all you need is you and the road (or track)! You grab your shoes, your water, and whatever other gear you need and head out the door. Your workout- whether it’s a timed run, a distance run, or interval training- really just needs you![…]
Hydrate… or Die-drate
Written by: Trent Rincon, PT, MPT, CSCS, FRAS, FRC/MS
There are three functional pillars you cannot live without: Oxygen, water, and sleep. They are absolutely vital to your ability to survive, let alone your ability to function throughout the day. Taking time to breathe, rest, and hydrate will not only help you feel better, but it will also help you move[…]
Triathlete Periodization 101
By: Alix Ungaretti, PT, DPT, CSCS
Training for any triathlon, regardless of distance or experience, requires significant planning. Most people can’t- and all shouldn’t- just wake up and sign up for a triathlon without training or a training plan. In order to swim, bike, and run with endurance, as well as transition from event to event, there needs[…]
Is Sitting the New Smoking?
By: Robbie Horstman, PT, DPT
You may have read or heard “sitting is the new smoking.” And, while that saying isn’t entirely wrong, it’s not entirely right either.
What happens when you sit for too long?
Sitting inherently uses less energy than standing or walking. When you sit for a long period of time– think hours– your blood flow slows down since your[…]
Strengthening the Track Athlete
Track season is HERE! Before you put on your spikes and head to the starting line, it’s important to develop base strength to perform your best and reduce your risk of injury.
Running is incredibly demanding on your body. With each stride, the ground reaction force is increased. This strain is absorbed on your[…]
What Happened at the Huddle?
Collaboration is key when it comes to caring for athletes. Everyone – physicians, athletic trainers, physical therapists, strength coaches, and more – must work together, learn from each other, and work as a cohesive group in the best interest of the athletes in their care. The Huddle Sports Medicine Conference brings together sports medicine professionals to educate and collaborate about[…]
Generating Power and Control in Baseball Athletes
By: Pete Gorman, PT, DPT, CSCS
When you think about pitching, throwing, and hitting baseballs, you may think about the power coming from the upper body- which is a completely natural thought! It is where we see the action take place. However, a throw or a hit is the output of a lot of different actions within the[…]
3 Tips to Return to Training After Injury
By: Cassidy Hammons, PT, DPT, Ankita Kelkar, PT, DPT, Juan Renoj Juanta, PTA
An injury can be frustrating while you are trying to achieve your training goals. It’s important to meet your body where it’s at, and you can still exercise while reducing the intensity of your workout.
To learn more about exercising while injured, read “HIIT Classes[…]
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