Sports and Exercise
It’s never too late to lift weights: Older bodies can still build muscle
The new study of resistance exercise and the elderly found that even people in their 80s and 90s — who had never lifted weights before — showed significant gains
Read MoreEven Short Runs Have Major Health Benefits
Jogging a mile or two a few times a week can help you live longer and reduce your risk of disease.
Read MoreCore Exercises for Rowers to prevent low back pain
Here are a few exercises that I recommend: Front plank (See video) https://youtu.be/K2UZq6uq_mY?si=raAmQs2F9GW5BXtK Side plank (See video) https://youtu.be/UZUFKs2LGuc?si=3mzkjPHZVghAQKr2 Deadbug with stability ball (see video) https://youtu.be/jxmI_l7sTSw?si=lKAfzc-n7HCl5eSs Stability ball roll-out from knees (see…
Read MorePOST-WORKOUT FUELING
Fueling your athlete after a workout
Read MoreRowing – preventing injury
Summary Read the full fact sheet On this page Rowing is a fun way to get fit. It also allows you to enjoy the beauty of Victoria’s rivers and lakes.…
Read MoreAnkle Mobility for Rowers
Mobility exercises for rowing. This chart has some basic exercises for ankle mobility for rowers.
Read MoreAvoiding Rowing Injuries Through Correct Technique
Here in the Seattle area, we are lucky to have a large and active rowing community. Seattle is home to the Windermere Cup the largest 1-day regatta in the Pacific…
Read MoreFive common rowing injuries and how to prevent them
Rowing is a great full-body workout that can provide many health benefits. However, it is important to be aware of the potential for injuries. Rowing injuries can occur due to…
Read MorePre-Surgical Treatment for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Outside of an emergency situation, such as a wrist fracture, treatment guidelines for carpal tunnel syndrome generally recommend exhausting non-surgical options before consulting with a surgeon. But how well are…
Read MoreSports bras: why fit matters
This article from Diets In Review.com explains some of the barriers female athlete may face when attempting an exercise program. Excessive breast tissue movement during exercise is uncomfortable and can…
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