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When it comes to strength and stability, the importance of our core cannot be overstated. A strong center is the foundation for optimal performance in everything we do: from the simplest of everyday tasks to the most taxing athletic activities. Our abdomens are comprised of four muscles that each play a role in strengthening our […]

One of the body’s most important joints, the shoulder (and its surrounding muscles) helps you to perform several important and essential daily movements such as grabbing, lifting, and moving objects, and more involved functions like throwing or catching. Because of its wide range of motion and frequency of use, your shoulder is susceptible to a […]

Basketball is one of the more popular physical activities among recreational athletes. The mentally engaging and versatile sport offers a good workout while having fun and can be played both indoors and outside; however, it is also a physically demanding game that can result in injury if players are not careful or properly warmed-up. Whether […]

For function and mobility, the knee is one of the body’s most important parts. If not for your knees and their ability to bend, you could not walk, run, or jump. Sometimes, from overuse—or even illness—you can sustain injury to the tendon connecting your kneecap to your shinbone. Commonly called tendonitis of the knee, patellar […]

Regardless of the season, Florida residents are blessed with abundant sunshine and high temperatures year round, which makes for excellent swimming weather. A refreshing pastime, not only is swimming a great way to combat hot weather, but it’s also an incredibly fun activity and cardio exercise. In fact, a consistent swimming schedule is a huge […]

While baseball is America’s pastime, football is arguably the nation’s most popular sport. Not only is playing football a great physical activity to help players of all ages gain speed, strength, and athletic skill, but it is also instrumental in building character, sportsmanship, and physical prowess in our youth. As such, it’s no wonder that […]

The human body can do incredible things and is often pushed to, or even past, its limits. If you play a sport or participate in strenuous physical activity, you understand the toll it can take on your body. An important thing to remember is that like any machine, your body needs care and maintenance to […]

Either for relief or out of habit, you probably crack your knuckles or even your neck every once in a while without giving it a second thought. However, when your knees and other joints begin to creak on their own, you may take it as a sign of getting older and begin to panic. But […]

Even if you don’t play sports, you’ve likely heard of the dreaded anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. For athletes, an ACL injury could end a season, and, in severe cases, a career. ACL injuries are usually the result of a botched play, improper movement, or overextended range of motion while jumping, twisting, or running. While […]

For most, the summer season is a time to unwind, relax, and get some much-needed downtime. For athletes, however, the summertime is a crucial period to maintain your shape and skill ahead of the fall sports season by following a strategic conditioning plan. To make sure your strength and stamina stay consistent during the offseason, […]