26 Aug 2024
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Part I: The Pre-Participation Physical Examination

Part I: The Pre-Participation Physical Examination

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Summer comes to an end and fall sports start up.  High school sports are a big part of many teenagers’ life and the Pre-Participation Physical Examination (PPPE) is a necessary step to help ensure that youth athletes are healthy and can participate in their respective sport.  The topic of this blog covers the first part of our discussion on the PPPE.  As always, enjoy, subscribe to our YouTube channel, and share.  This is important information for parents and their athletes, alike.

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14 Mar 2024
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Athletes Need to Stop Static Stretching. Know the Facts About Stretching to Avoid Injury and Optimize Performance

Athletes Need to Stop Static Stretching. Know the Facts About Stretching to Avoid Injury and Optimize Performance

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If you’re an athlete, it’s time to stop static stretching.

Static stretching is bad for you if you are about to play any sport.  Surprised?  Don’t be.  Plenty of data is provided below.  In spite of what has been incorrected pushed for decades at every level of sport, the research has shown for decades that static stretching leads to decreased performance and a greater likelihood of injury.  So many injuries could be prevented if ‘warming up’ was performed properly, by everyone.  Watch the video below and read the blog to learn more.  Please also subscribe to our YouTube channel.  Help us help you and those you care about!

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