Posts Tagged ‘sportsmedicine’
Injury Prevention with Dr. Seth Blee: Little Leaguer’s Elbow
Seth Blee, is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Clinic Director for multiple locations at Inova Physical Therapy. He is a team Physical Therapist for the Washington Nationals. What is “Little Leaguer’s Elbow”? The term “Little Leaguer’s Elbow” refers to a stress response that happens to the inside part of the elbow from increased stress…
Read MoreInova Sports Performance powered by EXOS: Fuel Up
You wouldn’t go on a road trip with an empty tank, so why would you work out without fueling up? Providing your body with the fuel it needs can help you stay energized, build muscle, and speed post-workout recovery. Inova Sports Performance powered by EXOS offers performance training and nutrition services for teams and individual athletes.…
Read MoreInova Sports Performance powered by EXOS: Devour Life
Looking for ideas for healthy living habits? Inova Sports Performance powered EXOS experts share ideas on how to incorporate healthier eating into your life. The first key to successfully devour life is to try new things! There’s nothing wrong with grilled chicken breast, brown rice, and spinach — until you’ve had it for the…
Read MoreSport Nutrition: Fuel for Competition
Wendy Johnson MS, RDN is the Clinical Coordinator for Cardiac Rehabilitation & Pulmonary Rehabilitation, an Exercise Physiologist, and Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at Inova Loudoun Hospital. Having a competitive edge in any sport can be the difference in a successful game. Nutrition is a key component of sports performance. The energy you intake and how…
Read MoreInova Sports Performance powered by EXOS: Make it about you
Julia Bell, MS, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian and holds a master’s degree in public health nutrition. Eating is personal. It’s not about following a strict set of rules; it’s about tailoring your nutrition game plan to best support your body, goals, and preferences. Food is an experience to be designed by you. Adapt…
Read MoreInova Sports Performance powered by EXOS: Full body stretch
Jeff Coulter, MS, CSCS, is an athletic trainer with a master’s degree in Health Exercise and Sports Science. He is a Performance Specialist with Inova Sports Performance powered by EXOS. Think it takes too long to get a full body stretch? Try what I call “The Worlds Greatest Stretch” and see how much of…
Read MoreInova Sports Performance powered by EXOS: Aim to Sustain
Julia Bell, MS, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian and holds a master’s degree in public health nutrition. Staying hydrated and eating early and as often as you need helps to sustain energy, lower stress, and boost metabolism. No matter your schedule, kick-start your day with an energizing meal. Continue eating small meals or snacks…
Read MoreInova Sports Performance powered by EXOS: Stretch tight hamstrings
Allergies in Youth Athletics
Danny Nguyen, MD, is a primary care physician board certified in family medicine. He practices at Inova Medical Group’s primary care practice at the Inova HealthPlex in Ashburn, VA. He has special interests in pediatric and adolescent health, athletic injuries, diabetes management, and preventive medicine. With the springtime and outdoor athletic season in full swing, you may be…
Read MoreInova Sports Performance powered by EXOS: Fuel for impact
Julia Bell, MS, RD, LDN, is a registered dietitian and holds a master’s degree in public health nutrition. Performance powered by EXOS. Our understanding of quality food is constantly evolving with research. When deciding what to eat, keep it simple and natural or minimally processed. Choose responsibly sourced food that’s tasty and nourishing, like vegetables,…
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