What we’re trying to accomplish: It’s a common question: what should I eat? This question–though important for everybody–is especially important for athletes, but if you’re not an athlete trying to figure out the right amount of protein to eat...read more
1. Let them do this by themselves if possible Hard right? Every parent wants to protect and help his or her little ones, and that’s great! But we think it’s a good idea if your child can come into...read more
[quote]I felt like somebody punched me in the stomach.[/quote] It’s been almost two years since my daughter broke her arm. She’s now fine. Her arm works normally. I still get a crushing “squeezy hug” from her every night before...read more
The positive effects of sport participation in females are numerous and include both mental and physical health benefits. However, with the increasing number of adolescent females participating in sports, a unique health concern arises. The Female Athlete Triad, a...read more
Who wants to be the best? I would venture to say most people want to be the best. Now, how many of us actually work hard enough to be the best? Maybe that’s a smaller number. I think the...read more
It only takes one second. But the affects are felt for days, weeks, maybe the whole season. As we enter the halfway point during the basketball season, a common question in sports medicine is how does an athlete prevent...read more