Wellness
Sleep is a vital part of performance and wellbeing and is just as important to overall health as eating well and exercising. However, too often busy schedules and lack of awareness about good sleep habits mean that we’re missing out on quality sleep – and failing to optimize our performance and productivity. Here’s why sleep is…
Read MoreYou’ve probably been told to use salt water to soothe a sore throat or get rid of a canker sore faster. You might have even been told to hop in the ocean to help a cut or scrape. It turns out; these are all great tips because salt has natural healing properties. That’s why more…
Read MoreImproper hormone levels can have a significant impact on mood, strength, performance, and recovery. Hormones are critical to athletic adaptation, and low levels can negatively affect muscle growth, endurance, and how long it takes the body to recover after even a moderate workout. While balancing nutrition, training load, and recovery can help both casual and…
Read MoreThere’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…
Read MoreCryotherapy, 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.
Read MoreLaser 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.
Read MoreThere’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).
Read MoreIf 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…
Read MoreIt can be hard to completely escape from work when the day’s done—especially if you’re working from home. It’s so easy to just stay on your computer past 5 p.m. or answer a few emails throughout the evening. But for many Americans, this work-centered mindset also creeps into vacation time.
Read MoreIt’s no secret that exercise is good for you. We all know that it helps us lose weight and stay in shape, but sometimes that’s not quite enough motivation to work out regularly. If weight loss doesn’t do the trick, maybe this will: Exercise has a ton of other benefits that not only add up to a happier…
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