By: Alix Sigrist, PT, DPT, CSCS
Traditionally, in the field of physical therapy, the best approach to treating a patient involves creating exercise programs, utilizing acute wound management and modalities, and emphasizing movement. However, several other crucial factors contribute to successful recovery from an injury that often go unrecognized. Physical therapists agree that movement is […]
Food is fuel. It is absolutely essential to your survival and for your functional and athletic performance.
The nutrients you ingest should be aligned with the goals you have. There isn’t a universal plan or diet that works for every single person. I don’t like to label certain foods as good or […]
By: Landon Davis, CSCS, FRCms
Training like an athlete is one thing, but what about the way we fuel our bodies? Nutrition is important for every human, regardless of whether you are a professional athlete or someone who is trying to remain active. Food is not only the fuel that gets you through your workday or […]
by Austin Kitteringham, CSCS, FIT Trainer and Emily Rocawich, PT, DPT, CSCS, Spooner East Chandler
A cancer diagnosis can be life changing! Days can quickly become filled with doctors’ appointments, imaging, surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, on-going cancer management, and follow-up care. Exercise, nutrition and physical therapy are not necessarily your first priority when considering management […]
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 […]
