Early in my career, I realized that if we wanted people to do the right things—stay healthy, focus on preventative work, and recover fully from injuries—we needed to create the right environment. I started thinking about what that environment should look like. What if we built a blended performance center,… Read More
Your foot contact is the initiation of each step. What is proper foot contact? How do you know if you are contacting appropriately, efficiently, effectively? How do you know if you are setting yourself up for success with each contact? Especially considering how many points of contact you have each… Read More
Nutrient timing, strategic meal timing around training and competition, adds another level of precision to your training. Nutrient timing requires planning and testing whole or enriched foods and supplements around activity or competitions to dial in what benefits you. You need to establish how much of which macronutrients are consumed… Read More
In-season training is incredibly important to the health, longevity, and power of an athlete. Many youth athletes eliminate strength training when the competitive season approaches. Some feel stressed for time, others’ motivation has shifted to competition, and many aren’t sure how to time training and rest. The time high school… Read More
If you aren’t getting enough quality sleep you are at risk for future injuries. Insufficient sleep impairs your muscular strength, cognitive functions, and other aspects of physical performance. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and NCAA both identify sleep as a major contributor to athletic performance and advocate the importance of… Read More
Your child’s safety is paramount. As a parent, you want your child to enjoy playing soccer without the setback and pain of injuries. You may ask yourself, what are the risks? How concerned should I be? Do I need to enforce injury prevention training for my athlete? We’ve reviewed data… Read More
Hydration requires your full attention and commitment. As an athlete you are constantly pushing your body to the limit to maintain peak performance. Water is called the elixir of life for a reason, it plays an irreplaceable role in maintaining your overall health. Hydration, or the process of fueling your… Read More
If you want to feel your best, perform your best, you need a team that embraces these approaches. Read More
Your daily life is an athletic event. If you aren't training for it, you're suffering through it. The LIFE principle keeps you playing. Read More
Hamstring injuries and one of the most common injuries. Learn the proven methods for decreasing recovery time. Read More
Injuries can disrupt your child’s growth, lead to painful pathologies earlier in life, result in depression and feelings of isolation, increase risk of reinjury and additional injury, and reduce seasonal play time. Read More
