Monthly Archives: October 2011

Here come the holidays. It starts today when trick-or-treaters head out into their neighborhood. Come tomorrow, the Christmas commercials begin airing. Some malls already have out their Christmas decorations. This is the time of year when many people give up their healthy eating habits. The tell themselves: “It’s Halloween. We’re supposed to eat candy.” Or they’ll […]READ MORE

If you’ve lost weight – and gained it all back again – there’s something you need to know. It’s not all about willpower. Yes, it’s important to steer clear of buffets, second helpings, super-sized portions and junk food. Understanding nutrition doesn’t hurt either. But even more important is adding consistent, moderate exercise to your daily […]READ MORE

Runners are a hearty bunch, but they are also prone to a variety of overuse, muscle, and joint injuries. Improper body alignment and movement inefficiencies can cause injuries to the hips, knees, and feet. Physical therapists and sports performance specialists help runners avoid or reduce their risk of injury by teaching them how to correct […]READ MORE

If you’re trying to lose weight, you’re probably sick of staring at that big Halloween candy bowl on your dining room table. There’s a reason I still haven’t filled mine. Who needs the extra temptation every time you walk by it? When I head into the candy section at the store this weekend, I’m going […]READ MORE

Halloween can be pretty scary if you’re trying to lose weight. Do you dread filling up that big Halloween candy bowl? There’s a reason I still haven’t filled mine. Who needs the extra temptation every time you walk by it? When I head into the candy section at the store this weekend, I’m going to […]READ MORE

One of the most common questions our sports performance specialists and athletic trainers get is “How can I make the most of my gym time?” There are a lot of important steps that can make or break a visit to your gym. For instance, remembering warm up your muscles before stretching to ensure your muscles […]READ MORE

When it comes to running, even the smallest inefficiencies in your stride can lead to injury and decreased performance. The key to increasing your form and control may be building your body’s strength. Every runner, whether they’re just starting or a seasoned marathoner, should take these injury-prevention steps before starting a regimen: Start on the […]READ MORE

On competition day athletes need to be at their peak to maximize their performance. Done correctly under the supervision of a qualified sports performance specialist or athletic trainer, a periodized training program can ensure superior physical and psychological readiness during competition. Periodized training develops an athlete’s strength and skill through a series of phases to […]READ MORE

Do you like the flavor of salt? Do you keep a salt shaker on your dinner table? Chances are you’re consuming too much sodium – even if you’re not using a salt shaker. Federal researchers recently discovered that nearly everyone who should reduce their sodium intake to 1,500 mg consumes much more than that. Additionally, […]READ MORE

In order to perform well, you need to train well. Here are the top three training myths to avoid if you want to stay fit and healthy: Myth #1: Breaks Hurt Your Training. Athletes should view rest and recovery as an integral part of their training regimen. This doesn’t mean that you have to take […]READ MORE