Muscular Balance, Core Stability and Injury Resilience

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Most injuries of the track athlete can be classified as “overuse.” An overuse injury can be defined as any injury of the musculoskeletal system that results from the combined fatigue effect over a period of time beyond the capabilities of the body to regenerate itself. These overuse injuries  can often turn to chronic, nagging issues [...]

The Magic Of Water Training (Part 1)

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Over two years ago seeking to add some variety and fun to Lauren’s summer training we did some research and talked to Dr. Rick McAvoy, a well-respected authority on water  training, sports performance and rehabilitation in water. I was already excited

Core Stabilty The Plank

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    With the return to school upon us the beginning of fall sports and pre season (track ) training for those not in a fall sport will begin again. While Lauren does participate in a fall sport,there is a less competitive component and less training time involved. She likes it and so do I. It gives her time [...]

Compression Tights…Can They Really Help Your Athlete

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  Compression Tights….Not  Your Grannies Support Hose

What’s Your Take On Recovery Fuel?

Pre and Post Hydration And Refueling Is Important

  I recently had a conversation with a patient that is also a Chiropractor and the question went something like this “So what is  YOUR  take on recovery drinks after a tough workout, do you think  I need to place more emphasis on it?”  Well just getting back from the Gatorade trip the information was [...]