Sore No More: 4 Science-Backed Methods to Reduce Muscle Soreness and Recover Faster
Are you struggling with muscle soreness that lingers for days after your workouts? Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) is a common issue among athletes, but it doesn’t have to be a roadblock to your fitness goals. In this article, we’ll explore four science-backed methods to reduce muscle soreness and recover faster. Understanding DOMS: Causes and […]
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 […]
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 […]
Cupping Marks: What Are They?
If you’ve been keeping up with the latest trends in fitness and wellness, you’ve probably heard of cupping therapy. This ancient form of alternative therapy involves the use of cups to create suction on the skin. Cupping can provide a number of health benefits, including reducing muscle soreness, improving range of motion, and relieving pain. […]
What Are Pneumatic Compression Boots?
Pneumatic compression boots, also known as recovery boots, have become increasingly popular among athletes. At Vive we use Therabody Air Boots after a long history of experimenting and using several brands. These boots use air pressure to massage the legs and promote blood flow, which can help reduce muscle soreness and fatigue. The boots consist […]
Recovery Benefits of Red Light Therapy
A growing trend in the fitness and wellness industry is taking advantage of the recovery benefits of red light therapy. This non-invasive treatment exposes the body to low-level, red and near-infrared light wavelengths, which have numerous benefits for the body. Red light therapy (RLT) is a form of phototherapy that uses low-level wavelengths of red […]
Recovery Supplements: Magnesium
Magnesium supplementation is common because it works. It is a vital mineral that plays a key role in numerous recovery processes in the body. It is involved in the metabolism of energy, the function of muscles and the health of bones. Despite its importance, magnesium deficiency is common, especially among athletes. Increasing magnesium can have […]
Guide to Improving Muscle Pliability
In the quest to improve movement quality & efficiency, as well as reducing the risk of injury, pliability has become a popular topic. This guide will help you with ways to improve muscle pliability. What Is Pliability? Pliability describes the quality of muscle tissue. Function focuses on effective/efficient movement. It’s not just about how much […]
Misconceptions: Ice Baths & Saunas Aren’t Always Recovery
Today, everywhere you turn, you’ll find ice baths and saunas being promoted for recovery. Instagram, TikTok, podcasts…you cant avoid it. Unfortunately, thinking of these as a method for recovery is a bit of a misconception. You see, the problem is that they don’t get rid of stress, they actually add it. Defining Stress Stress is […]