Introduction When it comes to athletic performance, most athletes focus on strength, endurance, and power, often overlooking a key factor—mobility. Mobility refers to the ability of your joints and muscles to move freely through their full range of motion, while flexibility relates to how muscles lengthen to support that motion. Together, they form the foundation […]
Introduction Running is a fantastic way to stay fit, boost endurance, and improve cardiovascular health, but it also comes with the risk of injury. Whether you’re training for a marathon or enjoying your morning jog, repetitive stress and improper mechanics can lead to a variety of common running injuries. The good news is that most
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Introduction Endurance athletes—whether runners, cyclists, or triathletes—spend hours logging miles and pushing their bodies to the limit. While cardio conditioning is essential for performance, strength training is often overlooked in the training regimen. However, incorporating strength training is crucial for injury prevention, improving muscle balance, and enhancing overall performance. At Scottsdale Physical Therapy & Performance, we
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Introduction Knee pain is one of the most common complaints among athletes and active individuals, but it’s also experienced by people of all ages and activity levels. Whether it’s caused by running, sports, or simple wear and tear, knee pain can significantly impact your daily life and performance. While minor aches may resolve on their
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Introduction The body is an interconnected system where muscles, joints, and bones work together to create movement. This system is known as the kinetic chain. In sports and daily activities, each part of the body relies on the others to function properly. However, when one area becomes weak or imbalanced, it can affect the entire
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Introduction Whether you’re preparing for a marathon, a tennis tournament, or a cycling race, how you recover before and after an event is crucial to maintaining peak performance. Pre-event preparation helps optimize your body for the demands ahead, while post-event recovery ensures your muscles and joints heal effectively, preventing injuries and promoting faster recovery. Physical
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Introduction Every athlete—whether professional or recreational—will face a performance plateau at some point in their journey. Despite consistent training, there comes a time when progress seems to stall, and further improvements in strength, speed, or endurance feel out of reach. Breaking through a performance plateau requires more than just pushing harder; it demands a strategic
Eccentric Wrist Curls Eccentric strengthening is particularly effective for preventing and treating tennis elbow. This exercise focuses on slowly lowering the weight to strengthen the wrist extensors and flexors, which are key muscles in supporting the elbow. • How to Perform: Hold a lightweight dumbbell in one hand with your palm facing up. Slowly lower the dumbbell
Introduction Athletes constantly push their bodies to the limit, which often leads to muscle tightness, soreness, and injuries. While rest and traditional therapies can help, there are advanced techniques available that can accelerate recovery and relieve pain. One such technique is dry needling, a highly effective method used to target muscle knots, reduce inflammation, and
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Introduction Whether you’re a tennis player, swimmer, or volleyball enthusiast, overhead sports place unique demands on your shoulders. The repetitive overhead motions required in these sports can lead to shoulder injuries, pain, and even long-term dysfunction if not addressed. Keeping your shoulders strong, flexible, and properly aligned is essential for optimal performance and injury prevention.
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