Finding a job without any experience can be very challenging. However, with the right internship program, you can learn the necessary skills and experience to boost your career. Many universities have incorporated interning within their curriculum to help build the essential skill set for the workplace.  Sports medicine internships can help you stand out in…
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. There are two schools of thought on the important topic of hydration: those who believe in pre-hydrating and those who assert you should only drink when thirsty. While hydration is critical,…
Athletes often seek performance-enhancing drugs to succeed in sports, but these drugs come with significant risks. From organ damage to gender-specific side effects like gigantism, the dangers are numerous. Other risks include increased blood clotting, nerve failure, and premature balding. Understanding these risks is crucial for athletes considering these drugs.
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 to cope with. Keeping up with the responsibilities of modern adult life is a challenge without managing symptoms of adult ADHD. What is Adult ADHD? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is…
When do you think of the word runner or sprinter who comes to your mind? Of course, it’s none other than Usain Bolt. The retired Jamaican sprinter still holds the 100-meter dash world record, set in Berlin at the World Championships 2009. So, what fuels him to achieve such an impressive record? Well, food is…
Undoubtedly, regular physical activity carries a lot of benefits, contributing to healthier and longer life. It positively affects both mind and body, making them function better. In addition to physical benefits, sports provide high school students with some more advantages. Before we consider why youths should do sports, let’s discuss how to find time for…
Puppies, kittens, chocolate, Fridays and roller skates. No, this isn’t a drill to pick the odd one out; it’s just a bunch of universally loved things that make everyone happy. Especially that last one. They see you rollin’, no one’s hatin’. It doesn’t matter if you’re 5 or 55, seeing someone happily sliding down the…
Want to build holistic upper body strength? Then you’ve got to incorporate pull-ups in your workout routine. Performing pull-ups requires a lot of strength, but as opposed to the common notion, anyone can master the pull-up exercise with the correct technique and regular practice. What Is a Pull-Up? A pull-up is an upper-body compound exercise…
Contrary to belief, cognitive decline is not inescapable as you age. Just as exercise improves your physical fitness, there are proven ways to strengthen your brain and improve your memory and cognitive performance. No matter how old you are, it is never too late to start exercising your brain and sharpening your mind. Sharpen Your…
On this episode, we talk with Lesley Bezdek-Cohen, PT, DPT about the different benefits of yoga for athletes. Lesley is the Lead Physical Therapist at Rush Physical Therapy’s Andersonville, Illinois clinic. Lesley danced professionally with ballet and jazz companies prior to going back to school for physical therapy and has been teaching yoga since 2009….
Professional athletes have to function to the best of their ability to be at the top of their game. A major factor in their ability to perform well is to get a good night’s rest each night. Not getting enough quality rest can diminish an athlete’s athletic and cognitive capabilities. Therefore, great athletes understand the…
Your body needs to recover after you break a sweat, and what you do after your workouts dictates how fast and efficient this process will be. In turn, you need to pay attention to your post-workout schedule as you do to your training sessions. Here are seven crucial post-workout recovery tips. 1. Re-fuel After your…