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How to Effectively Use a Fitness Tracker
The use of activity trackers to monitor fitness progress started in the late 2000s, when the Fitbit was introduced. Today, various wearables provide even more data you can use to track your progress and achieve goals. While smartwatches and their health monitoring features have seen many advancements over the years, many people striving to lose…
Cross Train with Swimming
Swimming: Cross Train for Athletic Success Unless you are a competitive swimmer, you might limit your time in the water to brief dips to cool off during the summer months. Savvy athletes, however, incorporate swimming as part of their training routine for other competitive sports because they know this strategy enhances their competitive advantage. This…
Athletic Injuries Have Increased During the Pandemic
When the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020, schools and workplaces closed across the country. As a result of these lockdowns, team sports were paused at local high schools. For about 6 months, many student athletes participated in minimal activity, meeting once a week or not at all. When restrictions started being lifted, there was…
Elbows of Spring Sports
For many of us, warm weather heralds a return to playing tennis or golf and we often jump into these spring activities without proper preparation. In our excitement, we do too much too soon in the pursuit of the perfect tennis match or the perfect round of golf. The end result is nagging elbow pain…
Benefits of Increasing Upper Body Strength
For many adults, a typical workout routine focuses on the lower half or core, whether you enjoy running, dancing or playing sports. Yet a lack of focus on upper-body strength can result in stooped posture or being unable to lift and carry heavy items. As such, it’s important not to exclude upper body strengthening from…