In karate, kickboxing and/or mixed martial arts the two contenders bow to one another, acknowledging to the other that contusions, knockouts, and lacerations are inherent…
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Category: Injury Prevention and Treatment
Mobility Training
Mobility training assists clients with stability, active and passive range of motion, and strength. There are many benefits and outcomes rolled into this type of…
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Bloodborne Pathogen Standard Control Plan
We have recently reviewed the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard basics, about who is covered and what entails an exposure. A control plan must be in…
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Eastern Herbs and Exercise Recovery
Post-exercise recovery can be sorely underrated (no pun intended). We as fitness professionals need to honor its importance and convey the gravity of recovery to…
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Lower Leg Pain: Finding a Leg to Stand On
“Not having a leg to stand on” is an adage for lacking physical support. Clients may experience physical pains or medical conditions of their lower…
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Bone up on Stress Fractures and Prevent the Pain
If you’ve ever suffered a stress fracture, then you know that pain: the aching, often stabbing sensation in the shins, reminding us we overdid it…
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Does a Torn Meniscus Require Surgical Repair or Removal?
The meniscus, also known as the “shock absorber” cartilage of the knee, provides stability and cushioning to the knee joint. It consists of two C-shaped…
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Terminal Thoughts for Fit Feet
Our two feet are, by definition, the terminals of our legs. As much of our quality of life depends on mobility, proactive foot care and…
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Conquering the Grand Canyon: Hiking Rim-to-Rim in a Single Day
With the new year getting into full swing at gyms across the country, trainers may hear from clients who have set their sights on potentially…
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Understanding Quadratus Lumborum
The Quadratus Lumborum (QL) muscles, a common source of lower back pain, are located on either side of the lumbar spine. While they are situated…
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John F. Barnes’ Myofascial Release Approach: A Gentle, Effective Manual Therapy
If you haven’t heard about John Barnes’ Myofascial Release Approach, you and your personal training clients are really missing out. Myofascial release (MFR) is a…
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Functional Range Conditioning: Unlock Hidden Joint Potential
Clients often present with what they call “tight muscles” which usually means the muscles are short and overactive and need to be lengthened and calmed…
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