3 Stretches All Pickleball Players Should Do Before They Play
Pickleball is fast-paced, full of quick stops, pivots, and power moves. If your hips, ankles, or back aren’t ready for that, you’ll feel it—not just during the game, but after. So here are 3 stretches for pickleball players to use before your next game. A solid warm-up routine gets your blood flowing, but what you […]
Why Pickleball Players Need Strength Training (Even If You Only Play for Fun)
Love Pickleball? Here’s Why Strength Training Will Keep You Playing Longer Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, and for good reason—it’s fun, social, and easy to pick up. But if you’ve been playing for a while, you might have noticed something: aches, stiffness, and soreness that linger after games. Many players […]
The 3 Most Common Tendon Injuries in Pickleball—And How to Fix Them
Pickleball is an exciting, fast-moving sport, but it can take a toll on your body—especially your tendons. If you’ve ever felt heel pain after sprinting, knee discomfort when lunging, or elbow soreness from repeated swings, you may be dealing with tendon overload. Tendons connect muscles to bones and help absorb force every time you move. […]
Bulletproof Shoulders: A Playbook for Injury-Free Performance
When shoulder health is compromised it disrupts your ability to stay active and perform at your best. Whether you’re an overhead athlete—like a swimmer, volleyball player, or CrossFit enthusiast—or just looking to maintain a healthy lifestyle, taking care of your shoulders is critical. Fortunately, many shoulder injuries are preventable with the right strategies. At Vive […]