Be Ready for Your Next Event: Athlete’s Recovery Checklist
Here’s the Athletes Recovery Checklist for those times when you gotta recover quick and get into the next game or event. When you have competitions close together, you need to optimize your recovery between them. So, its important to consider what has the biggest impact. That should be your priority. From decades working in elite […]
Tendon Recovery Checklist
Here are the 4 keys strategies to get rid of pain and improve function when you are suffering from tendonitis. Each of the 4 Rs has different ways on the checklist. The key is that you are executing all 4 strategies so you can get back to the sports and activities you love. Learn More: […]
Dispelling the Myth: Manual Tissue Therapy Doesn’t Break Up Fascia
There’s a common misconception circulating about manual tissue therapy: that they “break up” fascia. For instance, this is common for techniques like deep tissue massage, tooling and myofascial release This notion is not entirely accurate, and it’s essential to clarify why. Fascia is a dense, fibrous connective tissue that surrounds and supports muscles, organs, and […]
Massage Guns: A Valuable Self-Care Tool, But a Risky Business in the Wrong Hands
In recent times, massage guns have taken the wellness world by storm. These handheld devices promise to deliver the benefits of massage therapy in the comfort of your home. While they can’t replace the expertise of a skilled therapist, they certainly have their place as excellent self-care tools, offering benefits like improved circulation and muscle […]
A Comprehensive Approach to Tendonitis Recovery for Athletes
Introduction Tendonitis is a common foe for athletes, both recreational and competitive. It can strike at any time, disrupting your active lifestyle and causing pain. Whether you’re dealing with Tennis Elbow, Achilles Tendonitis, Patellar Tendonitis, or any other form of this nagging condition, you want relief. This comprehensive approach will empower you to regain your […]
Is Rest the Same as Recovery?
Exploring the Nuances of Optimal Physical Restoration In the realm of fitness and sports, where grueling workouts and intense physical exertion are the norm, the concepts of rest and recovery often intertwine. However, discerning athletes and fitness enthusiasts understand that optimal recovery involves more than mere rest. It encompasses a delicate interplay of passive and […]
Stay in the Game: Preventing Pickleball Injuries for Players Over 40
Hey there, pickleball enthusiasts! Are you ready to keep the ball rolling while staying injury-free? We’ve got some important news to share about pickleball injuries, so let’s dive right in and learn how to protect ourselves on the court! Pickleball’s Popularity and the Injury Concerns Pickleball has taken the recreational sports scene by storm, rapidly […]
Understanding the Difference Between Massage and Manual Therapy
Are you an active individual striving to improve your movement, mobility, and performance? If so, you may have come across two terms—massage and manual therapy—that seem similar at first glance but offer unique benefits for your fitness journey. Both are useful and have a place. But there is a difference between massage and manual therapy. […]
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 […]
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 […]