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DRA: Diastasis Recti in Pregnancy & Postpartum

WHAT IS DIASTASIS RECTI? Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA), often referred to as abdominal separation, is the thinning and widening of the tissue between the abdominal muscles. This thinning can...

Pregnancy and postpartum diastasis recti (DRA)

Why Baseball Pitch Counts Matter

For anyone involved in the sport of baseball, whether a player, coach, or fan, understanding the importance of pitch count is crucial. The frequency of throwing has been directly linked to a...

Baseball pitch counts

Fastpitch Softball Pitch Count

The mechanics involved in the windmill pitch are quite unique, requiring a complex combination of mobility, strength, and coordination. Fastpitch softball is gaining popularity, with an estimated...

5 Cold Weather Running Tips

Running in cold weather can be a fantastic outlet for your winter stress and can pick you up if you get the winter blues. If you live in a cooler climate and don't want to lose your endurance...

Cold weather running tips

How To Fix Your Poor Posture As A Swimmer

From a distance, you can often spot a swimmer by looking at their posture.  They often have broad, well-developed shoulders, and a strong physique.  However, swimmers often struggle to balance...

Why Do Weight Lifters Get Elbow Pain?

Elbow pain in weight lifters is a surprisingly common and incredibly frustrating phenomenon. Commonly called golfers elbow or tennis elbow, this type of tendinitis also affects weight lifters. ...

Why Do Weight Lifters Get Elbow Pain?

Combatting Low Back Pain In Tactical Professions

While low back pain is very common in the general population, it’s the most common injury suffered by tactical athletes. Police, sheriff, fire, EMS, and military all share common challenges in...

Lifting and Low Back Pain