Should You Use Ice After an Injury?
Research shows that ice may be more harmful than helpful for inflammation. Say goodbye RICE and hello to PEACE & LOVE.
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Jun 13, 20213 min read
Leisure Time Physical Activity is a Privilege
It’s time to recognize health inequality in the health and fitness community
Jun 5, 20213 min read
You Don’t Need Surgery for a Rotator Cuff Tear
Another study showing surgery is often not the answer for pain
Jun 5, 20213 min read
Study Claims Massage Cures Death
How to spot predatory journals and the garbage “research” they produce
Jun 5, 20215 min read
Why Are All of the Baseball Players Hurt?
How the pandemic has impacted training schedules and injury rates
May 26, 20214 min read
Children Lifting Weights is a Good Thing
No, lifting weights will not stunt their growth
May 16, 20214 min read
There Are Many Formulas to Building Muscle
There is no magical muscle-building rep zone (e.g. 8-12 reps)
May 16, 20213 min read
The Nordic Hamstring Curl is a Valuable Addition to Any Exercise Plan
As a bonus, you only need to complete 2 sets of four reps once a week
May 10, 20213 min read
How One Exercise is Saving People from Knee Surgery
This recent study challenged my bias about exercise
May 7, 20213 min read
Do You Want to be More Flexible? Use Strength Training
Why you don’t need to stretch to improve your mobility
May 7, 20212 min read
Should Athletes Get Back Surgery? It Won’t Get Them on the Field Faster
Another argument for back surgery falls short according to the research
May 3, 20212 min read
The Message of Avoiding “Bad” Posture is More Harmful than the Posture
The intention may be good but the frequent focus on posture is driving unnecessary fear
Apr 29, 20213 min read
First People, Now Animals. Stop The Kinesiotape Madness
Kinesio tape is not the answer to reducing pain and improving athletic performance
Apr 27, 20214 min read
“Oh Crap, He’s an Intern”
My internship taught me how to use communication to overcome a lack of experience and technical skills
Apr 26, 20213 min read
Exercise Builds Resilience. Can It Help Protect Against COVID?
New research shows yet another benefit of regular exercise
Apr 11, 20214 min read
Embiid is Back But His Rehab Isn't Over. What Can We Expect From Him Going Forward?
Embiid is back but the rust remains. This post explores his injury and rehab.
Apr 11, 20216 min read
What Does the LeBron James Injury Mean for the Lakers Title Run?
LeBron James loves overcoming challenges and he is setting himself up for another opportunity.
Apr 11, 20215 min read
What's Next for The Padres and Tatis Jr. After Receiving Positive MRI Results?
A physical therapists assessment of his short and long-term outlook
Apr 11, 20213 min read
The Secret to Staying Strong When You Are In a Cast or Sling
Exercise one side of the body to strengthen the other
Apr 3, 20214 min read
Why Does Surgery Not Work for Chronic Pain?
If you are using surgery to treat pain, you are likely missing the true issues.
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