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How Does Playing Injured Impact Performance? Focus on the Shoulder

June 4, 2015

We see it all the time in pro sports, athletes compete when they are not 100% and often try to mask injuries to stay on the field ice or court, especially when the season is on the line. Seattle Seahawk Earl Thomas boasted days before the Superbowl that he has played injured all his life, driven through pain and physical setbacks by his passion for competition. New York Rangers hockey star Ryan McDonagh recently played

On the Job Wellness: Is your desk job killing you?

April 20, 2015

It’s spring in Colorado! The weather has been great and many of us have been taking advantage of the warm days to be active. But even on the most gorgeous of days, many of us still fall victim to that perennial fitness killer, the desk job. It doesn’t matter if you do your work in an office, at home, or in a coffee shop, if you spend a significant part of your day hunched over a

5 tips to spring into outdoor running season

April 16, 2015

Spring is in the air, and there are dozens of area runs that signal a start to the summer running season. Although Colorado weather allows for nearly year-round running, it’s this time of year that runners are ramping up and getting ready outside for greater distances and frequency. As you tune up, here are five tips to keep you moving forward. Ramp up slowly. Especially if you’ve only been hitting the treadmill occasionally all winter,

Baseball season is officially here

April 10, 2015

Baseball season is officially here. The Rockies home opener is today, and youth seasons at all levels are underway. Here in Colorado, there’s a lot of discussion about a new rule that will go into effect to protect high school pitchers in 2016 – a maximum pitch count rule. The limit, adopted by the Colorado High School Activities Association (CHSAA) in January, limits the total number of pitches a player can throw in a single

Time to Shovel Again! 4 Tips to Protect Your Spine and Joints

February 26, 2015

Keep your arms close to your body and use your core for strength and stability. Make small scoops, especially with heavy, wet snow. Avoid throwing snow great distances. Instead, push the snow. Pace yourself. Shoveling is cardio and strength training rolled into one.

The top 5 things you shouldn’t do in your ski boots.

December 10, 2014

5. Walk any further than necessary. For a lot of reasons, but if nothing else to keep your footing and protect your whole body. Everyone has seen Dumb and Dumber. No one wants to live it. At most resorts, a hike from the parking lot is inevitable, but walking long distances in your boots before and after hitting the slopes is hard on your feet and ankles, not to mention the rest of your body.

Scare tactic or serious? 5 Spooky Stories About Joint Health:

October 27, 2014

We’re celebrating Halloween all week long by debunking common myths. Read on to learn the facts. MYTH #1: Exercise makes arthritis pain worse. FACT: Lack of exercise can actually make joints feel stiff. One of the most important ways to maintain strength, range of motion and even minimize arthritis pain is through regular exercise. All joints need rest between exercise sessions, and you should be sure to work with your doctor to select the right exercise regimen for you, but don’t

Beyond the mound: What any young athlete can learn from Mo’ne Davis

September 18, 2014

Our bodies are designed to do many things, but throwing overhand isn’t one of them. Yet every day we see athletes doing just that. In fact, this summer we watched a thirteen-year-old pitcher captivate the country during the Little League World Series. Mo’ne Davis became the first girl to pitch a complete game shut- out in Little League World Series history. In addition to her record-setting performance, Davis also illuminates several sports lessons that any

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