There’s a category of athlete that clinics see constantly and that almost no training advice is written for. You’re not training for anything. You’re not on a program. You play — tennis on Tuesday evenings, a doubles match Saturday morning, a summer league, a pickup game, a softball season. You play hard when you play. […]
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Almost everyone preparing for a hike worries about going up. The climb is what looks hard on the map, it’s what leaves you breathing heavily, and it’s what people train for. Nobody stands at a trailhead in July feeling nervous about the return trip. But if you’ve ever come home from a big day out […]
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Here’s a scenario that plays out on trails every summer. Someone is picking their way down a rocky section, doing fine, and then their ankle rolls. Not dramatically — they catch themselves, swear, walk it off, and carry on. By the time they get back to the car it’s a bit sore. Within a week […]
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Of everything that goes wrong in a 5K build, shin pain is the most likely. It’s also the most likely to be dismissed. It starts as a dull ache after runs, it doesn’t stop you doing anything, and everybody calls it shin splints — a name so casual it sounds like something that resolves on […]
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Somewhere in the last few weeks you signed up for a 5K. Maybe a friend suggested it. Maybe it’s for a cause. Maybe you just decided this was the summer. Either way, you’ve now got a date on the calendar and you’ve started running. Here’s the thing worth knowing before you get much further: new […]
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Introduction Winter sports place unique demands on the body. Cold temperatures, uneven terrain, bulky equipment, and higher physical stress increase injury risk and challenge movement quality. Whether you ski, snowboard, skate, or train outdoors during winter, physical therapy plays a vital role in keeping you active and confident. This blog explores the top ten ways […]
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Introduction Training season is when progress is built. It is also when injuries are most likely to appear if preparation is rushed or skipped. One of the most important and often overlooked parts of any training routine is the warm up. A proper warm up prepares your body physically and mentally for movement, improves performance, […]
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Stay in the Game: How Physical Therapy Helps Prevent Injuries This Fall As the temperature drops and athletes head back to the court, field, or gym, fall becomes one of the busiest—and most important—times to take care of your body. Whether you’re playing in a recreational league, training for a competition, or just staying active […]
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Why the Summer-to-Fall Shift Matters All athletes know the rhythm of a season. Summer often means long days, high heat, and intense training camps. Then, almost overnight, the air cools, schedules tighten, and competitions ramp up. It’s exciting—but it also puts new demands on your body. The move from summer to fall sports is more […]
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Why Summer Sports Demand More from Your Body Summer is a season that pushes athletes to do more. The days are longer, the weather is warm, and the opportunities to compete seem endless. Whether it’s soccer tournaments, tennis matches, marathon training, or simply playing pickleball with friends, summer sports require repeated effort, quick recovery, and […]
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