The squat is one of the most fundamental movements a human needs to be able to perform both in life and in sports. In life
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Top 10 stretches for shoulder tightness
Shoulder stretches can help relieve muscle tension, pain, and tightness in the neck and shoulders. Stiff or tight shoulders can cause discomfort and limit a
Measuring Physical Activity: How Many Steps Should You Take?
Walking 10,000 steps a day – what is the correct number? ANSWERED by the Physical Activity Guidelines Advisory Committee. Being physically active is one of
How Much Is Too Much?
Dr. Nikhil Verma, Director of Sports Medicine at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush in Chicago and head team physician for the Chicago White Sox, has been treating youth
Sports Nutrition Myths Busted!
Keeping up with the latest science-based sports nutrition recommendations is a challenge. We are constantly bombarded with media messages touting the next miracle sports food
10 Massive Benefits of Push Ups
For many, the thought of performing a push up conjures memories of gym class. While these memories may or may not be the most pleasant,
From Shoulder Pain to Starting College Tennis Player
Nic Meister’s Story: Beginning in January of 2018 I began experiencing pain in the AC Joint of my left shoulder. I felt the pain the
Taking the Mound With ATI’s Baseball Injury Expert
Baseball season is in full swing, and like every year, the players’ health is the most important factor in determining their performance individually and as
Organics and GMOs—What do I need to know?
By now you know that eating organically grown fruits and vegetables is better for your health—organic produce has higher nutritional value and antioxidant content than
Why does my shoulder hurt?
The shoulder consists of multiple joints along with muscles and tendons which to allow your arm to move freely. Considered the most mobile joint in
DIETS DON’T WORK. MCTS DO.
While you may have lost some weight dieting, were you able to keep it off for good? If not, you’re in the majority. This is because
Bone and Tissue Transplantation
The Importance of the Musculoskeletal System The musculoskeletal system is a network of muscles, bones, joints, tendons, and ligaments that provide us with the ability