By: Becca Sutton, PT, DPT, MSC, ATC
Did you know baseball pitchers can throw over 100 pitches in a single game? Or that volleyball players generate forces up to three times their body weight with each spike? Did you know that swimmers can complete over 2,000 strokes per practice? All of these repetitive motions put […]
Ready to take your knowledge of athlete performance, recovery, and injury prevention to the next level? Join us at The Huddle on May 2-3 in Phoenix, Arizona—plus, don’t miss a FREE pre-conference event on May 1 featuring Huddle speaker Adam Loiacono.
This is your chance to connect with industry leaders, gain […]
We’re excited to introduce Ernie, our new Head Sports Performance Coach at the Spooner Sports Institute, to the community. With years of experience training athletes across multiple sports, Ernie brings a deep passion for helping athletes become the best versions of themselves. We sat down with him to learn more about his journey, his approach […]
By: Elli West, OTD,OTR/L and Derrick DeBenedetto, PT, DPT, CAFS
Climbing pushes both your body and mind to new limits, whether you’re bouldering, sport climbing, or speed climbing. Each discipline comes with its own unique challenges, but one thing every climber can agree on is the importance of a solid warm-up.
Unlike other sports, climbing […]
By: Rafael Lopez, MS, LAT, ATC
“Throughout my career, athletic trainers have had a big impact in preventing injury. (It’s important) for athletic trainers to really get across the importance of doing the preventative things: the exercises, the rest, the ice, the stretching. But also from a standpoint of once the injury […]
For gymnasts, dancers, and cheerleaders, flexibility is often seen as the ultimate advantage. Being able to hit 180-degree splits, have beautiful lines, and contort the body to flip and jump in the air can make all the difference in performance. But what if that extreme flexibility is actually working against […]
When was the last time a conference truly transformed how you approach your work? The Huddle Sports Medicine Conference isn’t just about sitting in lectures, it’s about immersing yourself at the leading edge of sports medicine, where collaboration and actionable learning takes center stage.
Attendees describe it as a one-of-a-kind experience:
“Everyone here […]
By: Kimberly Wolf King, PT, DPT
If you’re a competitive dancer, you know there’s no such thing as an off-season. Competitions, classes, conventions, company rehearsals, master classes—it’s a constant, year-round cycle. And while you might love every moment of it, that non-stop grind can take a serious toll on your body.
Unlike other athletes, dancers don’t […]
ACL injuries are a big challenge for soccer players. The quick stops, sudden direction changes, and explosive moves in soccer put a lot of stress on the knee. Add the chance of cleats sticking in the turf, and it is easy to see why ACL injuries are so common.
Fact to […]
College presents a new level of challenges for athletes. It’s not just about practice and games anymore; it’s about finding a balance among various responsibilities. Athletes must juggle their academic commitments, relationships, and the transition to independent living, all while excelling in their sport. Unlike before, no one is there […]
