Sports Medicine

This blog was contributed by Corey Anderson, CSCS, the Sports Performance Coordinator at the Watkins Centre Clinic in Richmond. Speed and agility training are often the first things parents and athletes think about when it comes to improving sports performance.  Below are answers to questions that I frequently receive many questions from parents and young athletes, ages […]READ MORE

From lifting heavy objects and doing chores around the house to playing sports and exercising, many everyday activities put your shoulders at risk for an injury. As many people soon discover, shoulder injuries can make even simple tasks, such as getting dressed, extremely painful.  Injuries to the shoulder muscles, ligaments and tendons can take months to heal. Fortunately, […]READ MORE

This blog was contributed by Dr. Ernesto Luciano-Perez, race medical director and orthopedic surgeon with Virginia Orthopedic & Spine Specialists. As healthy lifestyles become more popular, more people are turning to running in some capacity as a primary way to seek fitness. It is estimated that 10-20 percent of Americans run regularly and as that […]READ MORE

Blog by Joseph Ratti, MS, PES, CES, CPT, LMBT, sports performance coordinator at Bon Secours In Motion At Healthy Way in Virginia Beach Make sure your training includes these four elements for the best results. Periodization: Periodization is an organized approach to training that involves progressive cycling of various aspects of a training program during a […]READ MORE

As many families in South Hampton Roads head to the baseball fields this spring to watch their young players, it’s important to remember safety guidelines for pitchers to help avoid overuse injuries. Unfortunately, many parents and caregivers, such as grandparents, are unaware of safe pitching practices designed to prevent overuse injuries—common tears or damage that’s […]READ MORE

Bon Secours Health System, Norfolk Collegiate School and the Hampton Roads Strikers are presenting a free sports safety and nutrition education seminar featuring three mini, educational seminars for coaches, parents and athletes. The event will be held from 1 pm to 3 pm on Saturday, February 7 at Norfolk Collegiate School Bon Secours experts will […]READ MORE

Two-time Olympic gold medalist and current In Motion Sports Performance client LaShawn Merrit recently sat with Virginian-Pilot reporter Larry Rubama and reflected on world records, rivalries and what’s next for the world champion. http://hamptonroads.com/2014/12/portsmouth-track-star-merritt-takes-look-backREAD MORE

Carrying groceries. Lifting children. Pulling doors open. Building strength and muscle mass in your arms – specifically your biceps – isn’t just for show. It’s important to have strong biceps for everyday activities. But which exercise is best for targeting the biceps? A recent independent study, commissioned by the American Council on Exercise, evaluated which […]READ MORE

Energy drinks are popular among some athletes but two new studies may lead many to rethink how they fuel their bodies for competitions, games and workouts. Energy drinks are non-alcoholic beverages that contain caffeine, vitamins, and other ingredients for example, taurine, ginseng, and guarana. They are typically marketed as boosting energy and increasing physical and […]READ MORE

For those who want to maintain bone and joint health as they age, exercise may be a powerful strategy. Staying physically active may make a significant difference when it comes to improving your musculoskeletal and overall health, according to research on senior athletes who were at least 65 years old. Additionally, physical activity also can minimize […]READ MORE