Dr. Cole provides the latest information on sports medicine, injury prevention and treatment, fitness, and nutrition. In partnership with Sports Medicine Weekly, Dr. Cole’s blog is dedicated to helping the weekend warriors, the elite athletes, coaches, trainers, therapists and parents of youth athletes with the latest health information by renowned experts in their field.
Published on: 03-Feb-2023
If you’re feeling fatigued or experiencing low energy, brain fog, or digestive issues, it might be time to think about the amount of sugar you
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Published on: 01-Feb-2023
An Athlete’s Guide to Bouncing Back After a Sports Injury
Injuries are one of the most unfortunate things that can happen to you, especially if you’re an athlete, as it forces you to stay on
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Published on: 30-Jan-2023
Staying active and hydrated is essential for athletes to maintain top physical condition and improve performance. Hydration helps the body regulate temperature, lubricate joints, and
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Published on: 27-Jan-2023
Sports biotechnology uses various scientific techniques and technologies to improve athletic performance and recovery. Genetic engineering, stem cells, and performance-enhancing drugs are some of its
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Published on: 25-Jan-2023
How Runners Can Avoid Hip Injuries
While running is a great way to improve your overall physical fitness and health, you do have to be careful when embarking on this sport.
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Published on: 23-Jan-2023
Eight Ways to Prevent Injury to Your Joints
Athletes – from elite to recreational – understand the importance of taking care of their bodies, particularly their muscles. Muscles are responsible for strength, speed,
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Published on: 20-Jan-2023
What Are the Top Causes of Back Pain?
Back pain affects many people worldwide, preventing them from living the active lifestyle they were previously used to, and in some cases, stopping them from
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Published on: 11-Jan-2023
How Much Exercise Do You Really Need for a Longer, Healthier Life?
For many years, The American Heart Association and organizations such as the US Department of Health and Human Services have published physical activity guidelines outlining
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Published on: 09-Jan-2023
Fitness And Mental Health: How to Use Exercise for Recovery
Your mental well-being is vital because it affects every other part of your life. If you don’t treat it equally as your physical health, you’ll
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Published on: 06-Jan-2023
Does the Viral 12-3-30 Workout Work?
A viral treadmill workout is proving to have some staying power and long-term weight-loss benefits. The 12-3-30 workout, developed by TikTok influencer Lauren Giraldo, gets
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Published on: 04-Jan-2023
The Best Sports to Support Your Mental Health
More and more of us are suffering with our mental health these days. We live in a world where there’s so much to worry about
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Published on: 03-Jan-2023
Using Light Therapy To Treat Certain Medical Conditions
Sunshine makes people feel good. Consumers seek out products that simulate sunshine, like alarm clocks that wake them with a simulated sunrise, and therapy lamps
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Published on: 02-Jan-2023
How to Identify and Treat Symptoms of Seasonal Depression
Do you or someone you know constantly experience episodes of mood problems at certain times of the year, such as late fall or winter? If
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Published on: 30-Dec-2022
January Jumpstart: Do These 5 Things for a Healthy Reset
The gyms will be filled come January 2 with well-intentioned people focused on their resolutions for the new year. However, by the end of the
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Published on: 28-Dec-2022
Dry January: What are the Health Benefits?
With the holidays nearly over and January right around the corner, it’s time to get back to the gym and healthy eating. It’s also time
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Published on: 26-Dec-2022
How Genetics Can Shape Athletic Performance
What does it take to be a great athlete? The age-old phrase ‘hard work and perseverance always pays off’ may ring true for some, but
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Published on: 22-Dec-2022
There are watches made specifically for hiking and outdoor activities. They typically have features that are important for this type of environment, such as an
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Published on: 21-Dec-2022
World Cup Showcases the Benefits of Playing Soccer
As evidenced by the popularity of the World Cup, soccer is the world’s most popular sport by a significant margin, with more than 3.5 billion
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Published on: 19-Dec-2022
Why Micronutrients Are Essential for Good Health
Whenever someone brings up the words ‘fitness’ or ‘health,’ you also find the word ‘nutrients’ thrown into the discussion. It may be one of the
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Published on: 16-Dec-2022
Does Exercise Lower the Risk of Dementia?
Some people dread growing old because of age-related illnesses. Being a burden to others and not being able to care for oneself can be truly
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Published on: 14-Dec-2022
Five Low-Impact Exercises for People with Bad Knees
Every area of your life can be negatively impacted if you have knee problems, whether your knees are excruciatingly painful or simply not working as
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Published on: 14-Dec-2022
The Most Common Pickleball Injuries
In this episode of Sports Medicine Weekly, Dr. Cole welcomes Rush physical therapist Brandon Abonce to the podcast, to talk about pickleball injuries, and how
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Published on: 12-Dec-2022
Merge Technology and Fitness to Boost Efficiency
The fitness industry is full of fancy and expensive gadgets that have proved useless. The shake weight and ab-toning belt are two popular examples. If
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Published on: 09-Dec-2022
How Athletes Can Resolve Lower Back Pain
More than 80 percent of us have experienced lower back pain at some time in our lives. Lower back pain is a sign that you
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Published on: 08-Dec-2022
Protein is one of the essential macronutrients in the body, along with carbohydrates and fats, which help the body grow and develop over time. Without
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Published on: 07-Dec-2022
Three Ways to Stay Healthy After a Stroke
Have you recently suffered from a stroke? If so, you know firsthand how many difficulties can develop as a result of this attack, especially physical
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Published on: 05-Dec-2022
Seven of the Best Exercises for Seniors
Are you an active senior citizen who loves taking walks, spending time outdoors, and working out? If so, there are a number of exercises you
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Published on: 02-Dec-2022
Five Proactive Ways to Take Care of Your Health
You can take care of your health in two ways: proactively and reactively. Unfortunately, most people are busy and have little or no time for
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Published on: 30-Nov-2022
How Sugar Affects Your Training Performance
People train for different reasons—to prepare for an upcoming competition or tournament, gain muscle, maintain their physique, or lose weight. However, they most likely have
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Published on: 28-Nov-2022
Five Ways to Support Good Health
Good health is essential to contentment and well-being. It contributes to economic growth, prosperity and happiness. A healthy population is productive and can live longer
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Published on: 25-Nov-2022
Pickleball is one of the world’s fastest-growing sports, with 4.8 million players and counting in the United States alone. The pleasant mixture of tennis, ping
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Published on: 24-Nov-2022
This Thanksgiving, and throughout the year, don’t forget your daily dose of Vitamin G Gratitude! Focusing on things we are grateful for not only makes
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Published on: 23-Nov-2022
Importance Of Fitness and Nutrition for Seniors
Improves Quality of Life Good nutrition has multiple benefits, including improving the quality of life. Seniors who eat a balanced meal can enjoy good health
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Published on: 22-Nov-2022
Ten Tips for a Healthier Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is the perfect time to reflect on blessings and show gratitude, but unfortunately, it can also be the start of a holiday season filled
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Published on: 21-Nov-2022
Common Concerns About Sports Injury Treatments
You felt good when you woke up. You’ve been planning on pulling a new deadlift PR for weeks. Breakfast was two eggs, oatmeal, and a
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Published on: 18-Nov-2022
Swimming Injuries: 4 Tips for Prevention and Recovery
Swimming involves physical strength and movement of the entire body. This intense activity can lead to fatigue or injuries. However, the intensity and frequency of
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Published on: 17-Nov-2022
Most people encounter times when it is difficult to fall asleep. This occurs for a variety of reasons, including stress, traumatic life situations, and more.
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Published on: 16-Nov-2022
Whether you’re an athlete, a gym enthusiast, or just starting your fitness journey, it’s important to pay attention to your diet. Many people on a
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Published on: 14-Nov-2022
Why Regular Exercise Is Crucial for Seniors
It’s easy for seniors to overlook the importance of regular exercise. Physical inactivity and metabolic disorders can be caused by remaining sedentary throughout life. Senior
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Published on: 11-Nov-2022
The Physical Demands of Gymnastics
Gymnastics is a popular sport for both men and women, with close to 5 million athletes participating in the sport in the US across all
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Published on: 11-Nov-2022
How To Hydrate for A Better Workout
Most avid athletes and gym-goers understand the importance of hydration for a good workout. Keeping yourself topped up with H2O as you train helps regulate
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Published on: 09-Nov-2022
Don’t Suppress Your Immune System
As winter approaches and we head into the cold and flu season (not to mention preventing COVID), it’s important to keep your immune system in
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Published on: 07-Nov-2022
Do Young Athletes Need Extra Protein?
When your children are involved in athletics, you might notice that they have an increased appetite because of the extra calories they’re burning off throughout
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Published on: 04-Nov-2022
An Essential Guide to Electronic Health Records
Medicine has developed significantly over the past years to meet the changing needs of patients. And, in this transformation, Electronic Health Records (EHRs) have played
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Published on: 02-Nov-2022
Walkers and Runners — Tips for Keeping Your Feet Healthy
As a walker or a runner, you demand a lot from your feet. From the moment you rise from bed in the morning till you
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Published on: 31-Oct-2022
Three Low-Impact Sports for Seniors That May Lower the Risk of Dementia
Dementia is a general term for a decline in mental ability. It is caused by damage to certain brain cells or nerve injury. Dementia affects people
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Published on: 28-Oct-2022
NextName: A Unique Offering to Support College Athletes
In this week’s episode of the Sports Medicine Weekly podcast, Dr. Brian Cole is joined by Steve Thayer from NextName, a platform designed to support
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Published on: 28-Oct-2022
Preventing Nutrient Deficiency
Proper nutrition is vital for everyone, children and adults alike. People who follow good eating habits live longer and are less likely to develop life-threatening
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Published on: 26-Oct-2022
Wear the Right Basketball Shoes to Avoid Injury
Basketball shoes are one of the most critical pieces of equipment for a basketball player. They can either make or break your game; if you
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Published on: 24-Oct-2022
Ten Simple Ways to Make Your Body More Resilient
Injury can occur in almost any time. It can occur when you are walking on the street and hurt your ankle, or when you strain
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Published on: 21-Oct-2022
The Relationship Between Inflammation and Your Diet
Inflammation is the body’s mechanism for healing itself. When your body encounters a virus, bacteria, or suffers an injury, it activates your immune system. The
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Published on: 21-Oct-2022
The Top Foods That Improve Circulation and Vein Health
Good circulation is key to overall good health, and proper vein function is essential for maintaining healthy circulation. Unfortunately, many people do not get enough
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Published on: 17-Oct-2022
How Much Exercise Do You Need for a Longer, Healthier Life?
For many years, The American Heart Association and organizations such as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services have published physical activity guidelines outlining
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Published on: 14-Oct-2022
Four Great Ways to Stay Fit into Your 70s and Beyond
If 40 can be the new 30, there is no reason 70 can’t be the new 60, or even 50 for that matter. Even though
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Published on: 12-Oct-2022
Why Athletes Should Prioritize Mental Health
Generally, athletes’ overall mental wellness, performance in sports, and other areas of life have a direct relationship. However, various reports indicate that almost 35 percent
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Published on: 10-Oct-2022
Top 5 Knee Strengthening Exercises for Healthier Joints
As we age, the wear and tear on our knees can lead to joint pain or more significant knee injuries. One of the best ways
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Published on: 07-Oct-2022
Gluten-Free Eating for Beginners
Are you looking to go gluten-free? In case you’re gluten intolerant or just trying to cut down on gluten, we’ve got the perfect gluten-free meal
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Published on: 06-Oct-2022
A Look Into One of The Fastest Growing Sports: Water Polo
Water Polo is one of the fastest growing sports in the USA at all age levels. The popularity and growth of the aquatic sport is
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Published on: 04-Oct-2022
How To Promote Healthy Blood Flow in Your Legs
Walking, running, and other daily activities can cause our muscles to work harder than usual. This is great for promoting healthy blood flow in our
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Published on: 03-Oct-2022
Four Simple Ways to Boost Your Energy Levels
Whether you’re a busy mom, a business professional, or a student, there are times when you may feel like your energy levels are low. Feeling
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Published on: 30-Sep-2022
Improve your Mental Well-Being with Golf
Golf is a fantastic sport. Even if you haven’t tried it before, you probably have seen how enthusiastic golf players are whenever they play the
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Published on: 29-Sep-2022
Did you know that the foods you consume can impact your mood? According to Webster’s dictionary, mood is a “temporary state of mind or feeling.”
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Published on: 28-Sep-2022
Five Types of Sports-Related Foot Injuries
As a recreational or professional sports person, whether young or old, you’re likely to get injuries at one point or another. Many sports-related injuries usually
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Published on: 26-Sep-2022
Can You Get Fit Just Doing Yoga?
One of the most frequent questions clients ask a yoga instructor is, “Will Yoga make me fit?” Despite the many benefits of yoga, just doing
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Published on: 23-Sep-2022
How Important Is Clean Drinking Water When Working Out?
Quick water breaks are a must when you’re working out. Hydrating with clean drinking water helps your body function normally and improves your workout performance.
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Published on: 20-Sep-2022
The Evaluation and Management of Concussions
Each year, there are an estimated 1.7 to 3.8 million traumatic brain injuries in the United States, and more than 20 percent arise due to
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Published on: 19-Sep-2022
Why Golf Is Good for Your Health
Golf is one of the world’s oldest sports, originating in Scotland in the Middle Ages. Millions of people in the United States enjoy this outdoor
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Published on: 16-Sep-2022
Yoga is one of the most popular forms of exercise in the world, with more than 300 million people around the world participating in the
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Published on: 14-Sep-2022
How To Squeeze Exercise into a Daily Routine
According to research from the Global Wellness Institute, U.S. consumers spend more money on physical activities than any other country in the world – a gigantic
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Published on: 12-Sep-2022
How to Avoid and Treat Common Sports Injuries
In 2021, 3.2 million people were treated in emergency departments for injuries involving sports and recreational equipment according to the national safety council. The activities most frequently
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Published on: 09-Sep-2022
Five Ways to Stay Healthy at Home
Gym memberships offer a lot, but they aren’t for everyone. For some, the prospect of getting dressed and driving somewhere to sweat with others prevent
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Published on: 08-Sep-2022
Is Exercise Harmful or Beneficial if You Have Epilepsy?
Epilepsy is one of the most common diseases that most young people struggle with today. Even though the world is better educated on the causes
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Published on: 07-Sep-2022
The benefits of exercise are well-documented and undisputed. There’s no doubt that physical activity can positively impact health and decrease the likelihood of developing many
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Published on: 31-Aug-2022
Osteoporosis: Understanding the Risk Factors
Osteoporosis, a Latin word for “porous bones,” is a condition that makes bones weak and brittle. While healthy bones have small honey-comb like spaces, osteoporosis
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Published on: 29-Aug-2022
In this week’s episode of the Sports Medicine Weekly Podcast, Dr. Brian Cole is joined by Joshua James, DPT, CSCS from Rush Physical Therapy to
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Published on: 28-Aug-2022
Don’t Ignore Your Mental Fitness
Exercise has been an often-neglected source of intervention in the treatment of mental healthcare, in spite of this lifestyle modification having proved cost-effective in improving
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Published on: 27-Aug-2022
Five Effective Ways to Fight Obesity
According to research conducted, around 70 percent of American adults are either overweight or obese. Obesity is a medical condition in which the excess fat
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Published on: 26-Aug-2022
Develop Your Grit and Resilience: How to Achieve Anything
Regardless of what you want to achieve in life—whether it’s better strength and endurance, living a healthier lifestyle, or keeping fit—there are two key abilities
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Published on: 24-Aug-2022
Kids Back to School? Get Your Workouts Back on Track!
As the final days of summer loom, the focus moves from pool days and vacations to school supplies and scheduled routines. For many parents, having
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Published on: 22-Aug-2022
Best Stretches for Baseball Pitchers
The pitcher is not only the most important position in baseball, but also the most physically demanding. There’s a reason why pitch count was introduced
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Published on: 17-Aug-2022
Top Three Benefits of Probiotics
What’s all the buzz about probiotics and are the health claims valid? Probiotics are “friendly” bacteria, or live microorganisms, that help restore the body’s natural
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Published on: 10-Aug-2022
Air Force Veteran Conquers Knee Pain with MACI
Motivation has never been an issue for Chris. Deployed in the Air Force, working out in the gym, or studying for the bar exam, he’s
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Published on: 08-Aug-2022
Have you thought about improving your fitness by simply making your day a little harder? While many people are dedicated to a consistent fitness regime,
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Published on: 05-Aug-2022
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush Named Fifth Best Orthopedic Program In the Nation, Best in Illinois
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR) is pleased to announce its ranking as the fifth-best program in the nation for orthopedic surgery by U.S. News & World
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Published on: 01-Aug-2022
Getting Your Head Back in The Game – Effective Recovery Strategies For Treating a Concussion
A concussion is a brain injury caused by a blow to the head or a jolt to the body. Concussions can range from mild to
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Published on: 29-Jul-2022
8 Easy Ways to Boost Your Metabolism
If you’re looking for a way to lose weight fast, then you already know that the best path forward is through diet and exercise. In
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Published on: 27-Jul-2022
A study released by the scientific journal PLOS One proves that sugar intake directly correlates to higher rates of diabetes. The study was conducted by
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Published on: 25-Jul-2022
Whether you’re hitting a tennis ball, lifting weights, mopping the floor, or bending down to tie your shoes, your body movements either originate in your
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Published on: 23-Jul-2022
How did HIIT classes change the way we exercise?
HIIT is a very practical high-intensity interval training that is rapidly becoming popular among people who live and want to live an active life. Full-body
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Published on: 20-Jul-2022
What’s Your Biological Age? A New ‘Aging Clock’ Has the Answer
How old are you, really? It seems like a simple question. It’s based on when you’re born. Yet we all know people who seem much
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Published on: 18-Jul-2022
Have you ever been struggling through a workout feeling sluggish and out of breath, and then suddenly get reinvigorated? You may have experienced a “second
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Published on: 14-Jul-2022
Can Vitamins Improve Athletic Performance?
Achieving optimal athletic performance requires a high energy expenditure, but in turn, high energy output must be adequately fueled. The importance of proper nutrition and
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Published on: 12-Jul-2022
The Impact of Playing School Sports with Guest Mickey Pruitt
Participating in organized high school sports offers young people countless benefits, not just in terms of physical skills, like hand-eye coordination; strength and movement, but
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Published on: 11-Jul-2022
Improve Your Golf Swing with These Exercises
Golf can be one of the most relaxing, but also one of the most frustrating, sports. Golfers, both amateur and professional, spend countless hours focused
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Published on: 07-Jul-2022
6 Benefits of Group Fitness Classes
Are you considering joining a group fitness class? Doing so comes with plenty of benefits that you might not realize. Many people who do group
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Published on: 05-Jul-2022
Tips on How to Prevent Injury When Weight Lifting
Did you know that almost one-third of all injuries that occur in the United States are sports-related? And, within that category, weightlifting ranks as one
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Published on: 30-Jun-2022
Former Competitive Athlete Expresses Gratitude For Allograft Donation
Alyssa grew up in the Midwest as an extremely active girl who enjoyed playing sports. By the time she was fifteen years old, she underwent
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Published on: 29-Jun-2022
Why Do Athletes Need to Work on Their Mental Health?
Athletes need more than just physical prowess to become true champions. Willpower and fortitude are just as critical to performance as muscles and agility are,
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Published on: 27-Jun-2022
Percussive Massage Devices: Muscle Relief in the Palm of Your Hand
In this week’s episode of Sports Medicine Weekly, Dr. Cole reviews some of the evidence-based benefits of the increasingly popular Percussive massage devices. Percussive massage
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Published on: 26-Jun-2022
How to Stay Fit as a Busy Working Professional
While most of us know how crucial exercise can be for our health and well-being, it’s not always easy finding the time for it when
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