ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Erin Foster was running toward a groundball at an indoor lacrosse game when she was pushed, sending her unprotected head into a wall. "It basically cracked my scull," the 20-year-old Ann Arbor Pioneer High School graduate recalled. "They said it was a traumatic head injury, a level up from a concussion. I had to have surgery that night and I still … [Read more...]
Maximize Athlete Speed with S-Drive Performance Trainer
Proven by Pro and College Teams The S-Drive™ Performance Trainer elevates the speed and power of athletes in unstoppable, untouchable ways. Only the S-Drive Performance Trainer gives you everything you get from self-powered treadmills, weighted sleds, resistance parachutes and harness systems in one space saving footprint. Best of all, our signature speed protocols will help … [Read more...]
“Little League Elbow” – When to rest your young pitcher
Jeannine K. Hurst MS, ATC Baseball season is upon us. Young baseball players, especially pitchers, may experience “Little League Elbow.” The elbow is a joint where the upper arm bone (humerus) meets the two bones of the lower arm (Ulna and Radius). The elbow is a hinge and pivot joint. The hinge part of the joint allows the elbow to bend; the pivot part allows the lower … [Read more...]
Scholarpreps’ Star Daniel Milan works hard on his footwork
Daniel Milan, Senior Defensemen, Class of 2010 – Orchard Lake St. Mary’s Prep Hockey Team. One of Scholarpreps’ stars show how he improves his speed and quickness with these footwork drills. Check out Daniel’s site…. Daniel will begin his post-high school career playing for the USHL – Des Moines Buccaneers. Good Luck from the Scholarpreps team and we … [Read more...]
Trail Running or Football Training – Jump Training
Roads, for the most part, are steady and predictable. Trails are not. "On the trail, every footfall is different," says Nikki Kimball, a physical therapist and ultrarunner who has won the Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run three times. "If you land on a rock or slippery moss, your body has to be able to stabilize itself." To prepare for the task, Kimball suggests adding … [Read more...]
How do you know you have a Concussion – Mayo Clinic
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that alters the way your brain functions. Effects are usually temporary, but can include problems with headache, concentration, memory, judgment, balance and coordination. Although concussions usually are caused by a blow to the head, they can also occur when the head and upper body are violently shaken. These injuries can cause a … [Read more...]
Why is it so important to stay properly hydrated?
With the hot summer months approaching it’s important to think about staying properly hydrated. Whether you’re a serious athlete, recreational exerciser or you enjoy spending a lot of time outside, it’s important to make sure you get the right amount of water. With exercise your focus should be before, during and after exercising. Water regulates your body temperature, … [Read more...]
What does your highlight tape say about your athletic skills?
Highlight tape discussion... I recently asked a D1 football coach about his recruiting process, and how he determines who stays on his top prospect list and who’s eliminated. The highlight tape plays a very important role in this process, where a coach can quickly determine if the athlete has the skills to be considered for his team. Since he reviews hundreds of tapes, he asks … [Read more...]