Health Resources

Stretch of the Week: Seated Piriformis Stretch

Posted on June 22, 2016 by Athletico

Happy summer! It's the third week of June and we are continuing our theme of chair stretches.

I hope you have been allowing yourself some time each day to take a break from sitting and stretch! This week we will learn a seated piriformis stretch. This will target not only the piriformis, but also the gluteal and outer hip muscles, which can become tight when we sit for long periods of time. You will need a chair for this stretch, preferably one without wheels. If your chair has wheels, make sure they are locked in place. (more…)

US Soccer: U-17 Men’s National Team goes to India

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Matt Zalewski

From May 11^th -26^th the U-17 Men’s National Team participated in the first every international youth soccer tournament held in the country of India.  India also happens to be the host country for the 2000’s age cycle world cup to be held in October of 2017. (more…)

Copa America Centenario 2016

Posted on June 17, 2016 by Mike Overturf

Athletico's involvement with Copa America Centenario

At 100 years old, the Copa America Centenario is the oldest international continental “football” competition. For the first time it is being played on American soil, having only been played in South America in the past. (more…)

Stretch of the Week: Chair Forward Fold

Posted on June 15, 2016 by Athletico

Week 2 of June brings us to the Chair Forward Fold

Those of you who sit for long periods of time can end up with a tight lower back, hip, and thigh muscles. This week’s stretch will target all those areas! If you have a history of low back conditions such as pain, bulging/herniated discs, hip problems or hamstring strains or tears, this may not be the right exercise for you. As with beginning any exercise program, it is recommended to consult with your physician, physical or occupational therapist to determine which exercises are best for you. You will need a chair, preferably one without wheels. If your chair has wheels, make sure they are locked in place. (more…)

ACL 3P: Prevention

Posted on June 13, 2016 by Athletico

Athletes in every sport take measures to reduce their risk of getting an injury. Soccer players wear shin guards to protect their shins, weight lifters activate targeted muscles with light weights before moving onto heavier loads, and sprinters warm up their muscles by progressively increasing their speed. You didn’t need to read this blog to know any of that, but it sets up an important idea. Proper preparation can reduce the chance of an unwanted injury. (more…)

Stretch of the Week: Chair Chest Stretch

Posted on June 8, 2016 by Athletico

For the month of June we are exploring chair stretches for the weekly stretch!

This month is dedicated to all the sitting a majority of us do on a daily basis. These stretches will focus on opening up the chest, hips, low back, and hamstrings; areas where we all need a little more flexibility. (more…)

Carpal Tunnel in Pregnancy

Posted on June 6, 2016 by Athletico

Thick hair and nails, radiant skin, and...hand numbness? The later weeks of pregnancy bring some welcomed physical changes that others may notice and comment how a woman has “a pregnancy glow.”  But in a portion of women, the third trimester may also bring the uncomfortable symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. (more…)

Distracted Walking: Are You Guilty?

Posted on June 3, 2016 by Athletico

We all know the dangers of texting while driving, but have you stopped to consider the dangers of texting while walking?

Today's society is more distracted than ever. Whether it is listening to music, talking, texting or playing a game, we are constantly engaged in something and not as aware of what is going on around us. (more…)