Maximizing Muscle Recovery for CrossFit Competitions: Tissue Work and Tech Stacks
Whether you’re just trying to help the team at your box, or you are trying to qualify for the CrossFit Games, you are going to be taxing your body. Over the coming 3 weeks, it is important to focus not only on training but also on recovery. Muscle recovery is a critical component of success […]
Getting Back on Your Feet: Calf Rehab for Active Individuals
The calf muscles are some of the most important muscles for any active person. They help with everything from running and jumping to walking and standing. However, when calf muscles become strained or injured, it can significantly impact your ability to perform your usual activities. In this article, we will explore the importance of calf […]
Ice Baths: A Guide to Their Rationale and Protocols
Ice baths have been a popular recovery method among athletes and fitness enthusiasts. It’s not only a trend on social media, they can actually offer a range of health and wellness benefits. Whether you’re looking to recover from a high-intensity workout, improve your overall health, activate your nervous system before a workout, or boost your […]
From Knots to Nerves: How Massage and Soft Tissue Therapy Are Different
When it comes to bodywork, these terms are often used interchangeably, but it is important to understand how massage and soft tissue therapy are different. However, these two practices have distinct differences in terms of techniques, focus, and intended outcomes. In this article, we will explore the similarities and differences between massage and soft tissue […]
The Science: What Is MyoFascial Decompression Therapy?
Myofascial decompression (MFD), also known as cupping therapy, is a form of alternative therapy that involves the use of cups to create suction on the skin. It has a number of benefits for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and overall wellness. Some of the potential benefits of cupping include: Different Types of Cupping There are several different […]
6 Ways To Increase Muscle Pliability
Increasing muscle pliability is the goal of many recovery techniques because it is fundamental to high-quality human movement. Muscle pliability is a term that describes the optimal, qualitative state of your muscle tissue. Having “pliable” muscles means that they are supple and resilient. They move without restriction and have elastic quality to them. This allows […]
What is Muscle Tension?
People use the phrase “muscle tension” but if you don’t really know what that means, it’s hard to fix it. People and professionals describe muscles as “tense” all the time. But what does that really mean? Let’s start by looking at the definition. ten·sion /ˈtenSHən/ noun: tension a strained state or condition resulting from forces acting […]
Magnesium for Recovery
Are you looking to improve your recovery after exercise? If so, magnesium may be just what you need. Magnesium is an essential mineral that is involved in many important bodily functions, including muscle and nerve function, protein synthesis, and bone health. It’s also involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions, making it a vital nutrient for […]
5 ways to Speed Up Muscle Recovery After a Workout
If you’re looking to train harder, or just want to feel better, then your muscle recovery might be an area for improvement. What does “muscle recovery” mean? It’s a term often thrown around by athletes and coaches, but not well defined. Generally, people are referring to 3 of the Four Pillars of Recovery; The Four […]
What is IASTM and How Does It Help Recovery?
IASTM is a popular manual therapy technique. This soft tissue technique helps when rehabilitating injuries and increasing the mobility of muscles, fascia, and tendons. The technique uses stainless steel instruments in various scraping and gliding techniques. It’s a bit like massage, except the specialized tools are used in place of a therapist’s hands. IASTM […]