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What is the Best Way to Recover after a Strength Workout? Feb 01, 2024

Recovery after a strength workout is crucial for muscle repair and overall well-being. Here are some effective strategies:

1. **Protein Intake:**
   - Consume a protein-rich meal or snack within 30-60...

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Mental Health in Elite Coaches Jan 25, 2024

A recent article in Sports Health was published focusing on Mental Health in Elite Coaches. We know Coaches play an essential role in promoting mental health in elite sports. Yet, they themselves ar

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Dr. Logan's Muscle Recovery Smoothie Jan 14, 2024

There are many excellent options of recovery smoothies for athletes, but here is my latest fave:

Dr. Logan's Recovery Smoothie (2 servings)

â—Ź 1 cup cold water

● ½ cup frozen peaches (can sub a berr...

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Is It Time to Focus on Psychological Readiness to Return to Play? Dec 28, 2023

Is it time to target psychological readiness (or lack of readiness) in return to sports after Anterior Cruciate Ligament tears? 

After an ACL injury, patients may experience strong emotions of tensio...

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Prepare Your Space for Success Before ACL Surgery Nov 25, 2023

Now is the time - before surgery - to set up your space and get your recovery tools in place. Below, please find my recommendations.

COOLING/COMPRESSION

Cooling/compression ice machines have been sh...

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A Mindful and Holistic Guide to Athlete Recovery athlete mental health muscle recovery nervous system Nov 15, 2023

If you have not tuned in to Emily Perrin's 3 Part Blog series on the connection between Mental health and Recovery head to her Blog to read  Why Failing to Prioritize Recovery is Impacting Your Mental...

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My Favorite Post Workout Treat - No Bake Chocolate Almond Protein Balls Nov 03, 2023

NO BAKE CHOCOLATE ALMOND PROTEIN BALLS

My Favorite Post Workout Treat

Step 1

1 1/2 cups oats

1 cup almond butter

1/3 chia seeds

1 tbsp cocoa powder

1/4 cup pistachios

1/4 chocolate chips

1 ts...

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Hydration for Athletes Sep 24, 2023

HYDRATION

Hydration is essential for not only exercise and competitive play, but also for recovery for athletics. Water regulates body temperature, lubricates joints, and transports nutrients.

Signs...

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Fear of Reinjury Is the Leading Reason for Failure to Return to Competitive Sport Sep 22, 2023

Many of our patients are athletes, and a goal is to help these athletes return to their preinjury level of activity or sport. The focus of injury management and recovery is often on physical treatment...

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Sports Science: What is Load Management recovery sports science Sep 02, 2023

What is Load Management? 

"Load management" is the practice of resting players for entire games, even though they are healthy enough to play. The idea is that these players will get nights of crucial...

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Nutrition: Blueberries for Muscle Recovery blueberries muscle recovery nutrition Sep 02, 2023

What's on my mind? Blueberries.

Post-workout, you’re on autopilot to grab a protein bar or shake. But protein powder or bars alone doesn’t provide enough to attack those aching muscles.

Next tim...

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