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Why Should Athletes Train Off-Season?
For many athletes, winter marks the start of the off-season. Athletes have time to rest, recharge and strengthen their skills without officially going to practice. Unfortunately, there is no one-size-fits-all blueprint for the off-season. Some take a complete break from sports, while others keep their fitness at a baseline with gym training. Regardless of whether…
Importance of Post-PT Rehab for Athletes
When injured athletes are kept off the playing field for several games, they are understandably eager to return to the game. Yet after successful completion of the required physical therapy programs, it’s unwise to jump right back into a training regimen. Physical Therapy vs. Training Basic physical rehabilitation helps patients safely return to their ADLs…
Why Athletes Need Sport-Specific Training
Once upon a time, athletic training consisted of basic exercises used for all sports. Whether you played football, ran track or wrestled, coaches would often outline a simple set of weight-lifting exercises that strengthened muscles. However, different sports require different conditioning, as the skills a basketball player needs will vary from those of a tennis…
Importance of Hydration for Recovery and Healing
Drinking water to stay hydrated is especially important for athletes and those participating in physical therapy programs. Whether you’re healing from an injury, surgery or recovering after a workout, maintaining the body’s hydration is critical to your recovery. The average adult human body is comprised of mostly water, so the proper balance between water and…
3 Reasons to Start Running Now
No matter what season, avid runners can be seen pounding the pavement, whether bundled up or basking in the sunshine. Running is an oasis for these individuals, who pop in their headphones and strap on a Fitbit® every morning without a second thought about weather or fatigue. With road race season upon us, now is…