Return to Sport and Concussion Awareness

School is in and sports are in full swing! Whether you are in-season or pre-season training, concussions can happen anytime and it is important to be aware of the signs and symptoms to keep yourself and others safe. Concussions are considered a Mild Traumatic Brain...

Dynamic Warm-Up Before Cross Training

Typically a dynamic warm-up is best before exercising to loosen up muscle tension prior to strengthening. Try performing a sequence such as: walking high kicks, walking hamstring stretch, high knees, butt kicks, hip openers and closers, followed by a light jog....

Cross Training For Injury Prevention

Do you love to cycle or run? Is this your main (or maybe only) type of exercise? Has anyone ever encouraged you to “cross-train” to supplement your workout routine? What if I told you that cross training can not only improve your power and efficiency with these...

Riding With Intention

In the throes of Bike Everywhere Month, my heart is full with the joy of cycling. Being from a suburban town with no public transit, biking as a means of transportation never seemed like an option. It was always a short car ride to the grocery store, shopping outlet,...