The ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) is the ligament that connects the femur (thigh bone) and tibia (shin bone). ACL injuries are commonly called sprains. An ACL tear is the most severe injury, as this indicates the ligament has been completely…
Nutrition is an integral part of any athlete’s training regimen, just as important to your overall fitness and well-being as exercise and rest. And, just as any training requires dedication, time, and effort, so does nutritious meal-planning. Since we’re all…
Healing after an injury to a ligament can be a long process. Because ligaments receive very little direct blood flow, they are much slower to heal than other structures such as muscles and bones. Upon Initial injury, first aid should…
We hear the term “athlete” thrown around in a variety of situations in our daily lives. Especially now, given the commencement of the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio, all eyes and minds are on the athletes, and it makes one…
What’s the one thing all of us mothers want, but never seem to get enough of? That pesky five letter word: SLEEP. From my experience as a mom, I know that even if my son goes to sleep at a…
What is compression gear? Have you ever been out at a park or working out at the gym, and you see someone wearing just one, tight sleeve on their arm, or tight, knee-high sock looking garments? These items are actually…
What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is the practice of purposely focusing your attention on the present moment and accepting it without judgement. Novelist Louis L’Amour says it best: “Few of us ever live in the present. We are forever anticipating what…
What is it? In the world of sports medicine, knee injuries are one of the most prevalent maladies, and if you are a runner and have never had Runner’s Knee, count yourself lucky. The term is indicative of how common this type…
Myofascial release is a technique which specifically addresses the connective tissue in the body through stretching and massage. This work is typically done by any practitioner who works in manual therapy, such as massage therapists and physical therapists. Who may…
If you experience reoccurring injury or soreness due to your running routine, massage can greatly benefit your body to keep you moving. Here are three of the top reasons you should consider adding massage to your athletic, self-care routine. 1. Improve Recovery Time The general goal of massage is to help fluid in your…