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A body in balance is one positioned to perform at a high level. Created by the US Army, the Performance Triad, or P3, is a philosophy designed to promote outstanding performance physically, cognitively, and emotionally. The Performance Triad focuses on three key pillars: sleep, activity, and nutrition. Each of these elements is vital individually but…
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There’s nothing like taking a huge swig of cold water after a good workout. It’s satisfying, invigorating, and, of course, good for you. But what if that water tasted even better and helped you hydrate even more? That’s the idea behind Kangen Water ®, which we provide in our state-of-the-art performance center. What is Kangen Water? Kangen…
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Recovery is crucial for both the casual and serious athlete. Long used for medicinal purposes such as wound therapy, decompression sickness, and crush injuries, hyperbaric oxygen therapy has become increasingly popular for its sports recovery benefits. Well-known athletes including Michael Phelps and LeBron James have used the therapy, and recipients of the treatment have reported feeling better rested,…
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Cryotherapy, also known as cryogenic therapy, exposes the body to freezing or below-freezing temperatures for therapeutic purposes. Although medical practitioners have long used cryotherapy for targeted, specific treatments, cryotherapy is increasingly popular among athletes to promote training performance and recovery.
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Laser therapy is a fast and effective option for treating pain and inflammation. If you have an acute or chronic condition, are recovering from surgery, or want to avoid traditional pain medications, laser therapy can be an invaluable solution. Laser surgery is used widely by physiotherapists to treat everyday patients to serious athletes.
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Just as there are ways to work smart, there are ways to workout smart. HIIT, or High-Intensity Interval Training, is a training protocol that delivers exceptional fitness outcomes in a short training session. It’s for those who want to obtain noticeable results – without spending all day in the gym or on the track.
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There’s no doubt that recovering after a workout is important—it lets your body heal, helps your muscles strengthen, and decreases your risk of injury. While resting, stretching, and drinking water are all essential, if you’re looking to really improve your performance, you can try a method revered by many top athletes: hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT).
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If you’re like most people, you’re intrigued by the idea of float tanks, also known as sensory deprivation tanks, but you’ve never taken the plunge. For some, the idea of floating may seem daunting or scary, but the reality is much more meditative and relaxing – with documented physical, psychological, and emotional benefits. Floating can even…
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No matter how motivated you are to get in shape, there will always be a reason to skip a workout on any given day: You’re too tired. You worked late. Your favorite gym shirt is in the wash. We all do it because self-motivation will only get us so far. But there’s one thing that…
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The new year is the ideal time to set new goals. Our brains see January 1 as a psychological “fresh start”, making it D-Day for regrouping, repositioning, and refocusing. Of course, certain approaches to goal-setting work better than others. Here’s how to rise to your ambitions using the 4-D goal-setting framework.
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