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Olympic Doping Scandal: What is Trimetazidine?
Competitive athletes are constantly looking for an extra edge to enhance their performance, as they strive to cut their speed by milliseconds, extend their focus,
International Women’s Day: Making Strong Women Stronger!
On International Women’s Day, here’s to making strong women stronger! While cardio is an integral part of most women’s exercise regimen, many simply don’t see
How Much Water Do You Really Need?
Whether you’re an elite athlete, weekend warrior, or simply trying to improve your health, you’ve likely been told to make sure to drink enough water.
Eat Like an Olympian
You may never have your photo on the front of a Wheaties box or stand on the podium at the Olympic games, but even weekend
American Heart Month – What is Heart Rate Variability?
In this week’s episode of the Sports Medicine Weekly podcast, Dr. Brian Cole discusses heart rate variability, or HRV, which is an important metric for
Train Like an Olympian
Over the next few weeks, the world will be captivated by the talent, skill, and mental toughness of Olympic athletes, as they compete in the
Is Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT) Right For You?
In this week’s episode of Sports Medicine Weekly, Dr. Brian Cole, head team physician for the Chicago Bulls, discusses Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TRT). Dr. Cole
Hyperthyroidism and Hypothyroidism: Its Effect On Athletic Performance, How It Can Be Managed and Treated.
Hyperthyroidism occurs when your thyroid produces and releases more hormones than your body requires. It’s also referred to as overactive thyroid. The primary hormones produced
Dry January: Extend the Healthy Habit
Sports Medicine Weekly Podcast The Sports Enthusiast’s Official Resource for Fitness, Nutrition Injury Prevention and Treatment Listen to the latest podcasts episodes DRY JANUARY: EXTEND
Regular Exercise Can Help People Suffering From Adult ADHD
As much as 4.4% of the adult population in the United States has undiagnosed ADHD. As an adult, the symptoms of ADHD can be tough
How to Keep your Brain Sharp so you can Perform to an Optimal Level at Work
It’s widely known that the workplace can be a stressful environment, whichever industry you work in and whichever level of the professional tree you find
