My life as an athlete has been a small amount of luck, a hell of a lot of hard work and an indefinite amount of sacrifice. I wish I could say that an Olympic athlete’s life is as glamorous as society would assume, but our jobs are a bit unorthodox and often times leave us with no … [Read more...]
More on Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Dysfunction and Running
I've been getting a lot of questions about SI joint dysfunction lately. Before I post, I just want to explain that I am not a doctor nor do I consider myself an expert in sacroiliac joint dysfunction. I am simply explaining what I know (scratch that, what I think I know) about my SI joint … [Read more...]
Topical Gear Gives Female Athletes a Competitive Advantage on the Field in Preventing ACL Injuries
According to the Texas Sports Medicine Group between 250,000 and 300,000 ACL injuries occur annually and billions of dollars are spent in rehabilitation costs with females representing a majority of these numbers. Female athletes are at a competitive disadvantage on the soccer field because our … [Read more...]
Topical Gear Gives Female Athletes a Competitive Advantage on the Field in Preventing ACL Injuries
According to the Texas Sports Medicine Group between 250,000 and 300,000 ACL injuries occur annually and billions of dollars are spent in rehabilitation costs with females representing a majority of these numbers. Female athletes are at a competitive disadvantage on the soccer field because our … [Read more...]
DON’T GET JACK3D: BEWARE OF THE “NATURAL” SUPPLEMENT
Want an extra boost so you can power through that last mile of your run or lift that extra ten pounds? Want to feel energized throughout your entire workout? Unfortunately, this article won’t tell you how to do any of those things, but it will warn of the dangers of a product that … [Read more...]
Women In Sports: Interview with a Physical Therapist
From time to time I will highlight women with careers in sports to give readers a perspective on the vast influence that woman can and do have on the lives of athletes. Today’s interview is with former GladiatHer, Dr. Shefali Patel, PT, a Physical Therapist. Unfortunately, injuries … [Read more...]
Not Just for the Pros: Steroid Usage Among Girls
Sports fans know that many sports, at varying times and frequencies, are plagued by the use of steroids. Steroid scandal has hit professional athletes in track and field, baseball, cycling and gymnastics (to name a few). While the use of steroids in professional sports is … [Read more...]
Week 19…whoa (via @karathrowsjav )
This is the 19th week since my surgery. Honestly, I forgot to count for the last few and have had to check on my phone. That makes me really happy! I went back to Chula Vista for a few clinics and a check-up with my surgeon, had a blast, and am so happy to be moving forward at what … [Read more...]
Injuries and the Lessons Learned
Injuries and the lessons learned February 1, 2013 During a run this week, it occurred to me that my Achilles was not tight, sore, or achy. Wow! It has been 15 months since surgery and I can say it has finally healed. What a great feeling. Two months ago I thought I would … [Read more...]
Breast cancer: Give yourself fighting chance
Breast cancer awareness month is over but the fight to find a cure and discuss prevention strategies shouldn’t take a backseat just because the pink ribbons are slowly disappearing from store shelves. If this disease hasn’t touched you, it will because an estimated one in eight women … [Read more...]