THE EFFECT OF MASSAGE THERAPY ON POST-EXERCISE MUSCLE DAMAGE
The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research has published a recent study in September of 2014, to discuss the effect of massage...
A GUIDE FOR YOUNG ATHLETES
I have volunteered as an Athletic Trainer for the Mt. SAC Relays on and off for about 20 years, and one of the most common problems I see...
DAYTIME OR NIGHT TIME...WHICH WORKOUT TIME SUITS YOU?
Many of my active patients ask whether exercise is more effective at night, daytime, or in the morning. The quick answer is that...
ARE "ENERGY" DRINKS GOOD FOR YOU?
“Energy” drinks have become so popular over the years, and come in many forms, brands, and size. Most of these beverages contain various...
RECOVERING FROM PROFOUND ILLNESS OR HOSPITALIZATION
Last month I wrote about my experience in contracting the H1N1 influenza virus, one that caused me to be hospitalized for 3 weeks, 2 of...
HOW TO KEEP YOUR MEAL PLAN FOR THE HOLIDAYS
As social beings, we often celebrate our festivities around food. And in the month of December, it’s usually a LOT of food and a lot of...
BARELY RUNNING...A GUIDE TO MINIMAL FOOTWEAR DURING ACTIVITY
Most of us spend a large portion of our day in our shoes, at work, play, and at home. And when we are outside of our footwear, we are...
