Exercise & Pregnancy – from a Postpartum Sports Physical Therapist’s Perspective
First, congrats to you if you’re pregnant! And kudos to you if you’re still trying to workout while pregnant! If you are like me, you’re
First, congrats to you if you’re pregnant! And kudos to you if you’re still trying to workout while pregnant! If you are like me, you’re
One of the biggest misconceptions out there is that everyone is stiff, everyone is a hunchback, and everyone has a lazy rounded mid-back. This is flat out WRONG!
Here’s a little glimpse into my last trimester of pregnancy and my postpartum recovery journey. I’ve learned a lot during and after pregnancy with the main lesson being: the human body is amazing!
If you’ve ever spent any amount of time in the gym, you’ve probably heard your coach tell you not to let your knees come together while you’re squatting. But is it really a problem?
GIRD has been a hot topic in the baseball world for many years, but especially the past few. The truth behind this “GIRD” phenomenon can be confusing so I wanted to take some time and really dive in deep, and also debunk a few common myths and misconceptions while we’re at it!
Do your hips pop when you squat? Is this normal? My body sounds like rice krispies…snap, crackle, pop…. but is that normal?
Whether you’re recovering from an injury or just want to know more about the do’s and don’ts when it comes to nutrition, this post is for you. During an interview with Dietician, Matt Dengler…
The modifications started sooner than expected! Once I hit 13 weeks, a lot of things started to change! That week, I started noticing lower abdominal discomfort with running (sometimes even walking) and coning/bulging of my abdominals with certain movements that involved my core..
Yes, I’m one of the “soon to be moms” that is going to continue CrossFitting throughout my pregnancy, baby bump and all…
It often starts with slight pain or a tweak on a rep. Then with every repetition or workout the pain gets stronger and your lifts
When you ask your shoulder to perform a movement without the prerequisite range of motion and the required stability, you’re pretty much asking for an injury to occur…
The front rack position can be very uncomfortable for many athletes, whether during a clean, front squat, or receiving a shoulder press. Part 1 detailed