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Physical Therapy And Pilates
Physical Therapy And Pilates.
There is nothing more frustrating than getting an injury, especially for athletes in competition season or for those starting out on a new fitness goal. Not only are there a range of symptoms that can affect everyday life (such as pain, stiffness, or reduced mobility), but it can be incredibly demotivating. For some, it may feel like life will never be the same.
Physical therapists are experts in helping individuals recover from injuries and achieve their fitnes...
Posted on 2023-01-30
The Female Athlete: How to Stay Lean and Maximize Performance Through Menopause
I recently attended an Online Masters Athlete Symposium in which Dr. Stacy Sims was a speaker.....I polled our followers asking if they wanted me to share what I'd learned and many answered with a resounding YES! So here are a few takeaways from the brief 1 hr presentation:
There are 3 distinct phases: perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause
Perimenopause is actually where many female athletes start noticing that despite the same diet and exercise routine, they're starting to put ...
Posted on 2021-02-23
4 Common Mistakes with Core Training and What to Do Instead
1) Mistake 2: You only work your "anterior" core or the muscles in the front of your body by doing endless crunches and situps (and front planks). Ab mat sit-ups (which I HATE), Toes to bar/knees to elbows from crossfit, Pilates hundreds, teaser, etc. are all included. There's nothing wrong with doing those exercises (except the ab mat sit ups) but it should be a small part of a well-rounded "core" training routine. Your "core" is actually 360 degrees all around your torso and includes...
Posted on 2021-02-23
