Author name: Ryan Godfrey

Ever wondered why your body aches after a round of golf or a session on the practice range? It could be due to various swing faults that often go unnoticed but can significantly impact your game and your body’s health. Let’s delve into the common culprits and how they contribute to those post-golf pains. How

Many parents are aware of the benefits of physical activity for their youth. Normal growth and development can be enhanced through regular and age-appropriate physical activities which will also benefit the psychosocial well-being of adolescents. However, much of that physical activity is focused on cardiovascular or sport specific team activities. An often overlooked component in

In the U.S. alone, 54% of adults over the age of 18 are impacted by musculoskeletal conditions. That’s over half of the America population! What’s even more alarming is that one in three sufferers report that their conditions are debilitating.     Today, we’ll look at common bone and joint issues such as arthritis, back

Neck Mobility Creates A Lot of Headaches For A Lot of Golfers The neck is one of the most under-looked places – or in other words, it’s forgotten about by most golfers unless they’re presently having neck pain or a kink in the neck. Limited neck rotation can create many problems for the average golfer

Summer is prime race season for many endurance athletes, but what really is an endurance athlete? In training terms we classify endurance training as repeated isotonic contractions of large skeletal muscle groups OR the ability of a muscle, or a group of muscles, to exert a force for a prolonged period. The definition of endurance

Are you an athlete looking to take your performance to the next level? Or perhaps you’re an active individual seeking to overcome an injury and get back in the game? In both cases, physical therapy services can be your secret weapon for success. This blog post aims to explore the incredible benefits of incorporating physical

Velocity Based Training (VBT) is a performance measure concept started back in the early 1980s to help coaches and athletes determine if the effort of a lift is equal to the goals of the training program. This is achieved through measurement with the PERCH unit and allows the coach to adjust the weight, exercise and/or

Spine Mobility Limits the Turn for Most Golfers One of the biggest thing that golfers tell me is that their back is really tight and they aren’t able to make a turn on the ball very well. Often, because of that tightness and lack of turn, it leads to them feeling like they come out

If you’re registered for or just thinking about attempting a triathlon, you’re already familiar with the swim, bike, run format. But for most new triathletes, the question becomes, “How do I train for this?” followed quickly by, “What takes precedent in training?” In this three part series blog we will provide you with some basics

Do you know how to make the most gains during your Off-Season Training? What even is Off-Season Training? In periodized training we use 4 main time blocks to describe how we approach training: Pre-Season In-Season Post-Season Off-Season Pre-Season is that time in which you’ve amped up your sport specific workouts to get ready for In-Season

Hip Mobility is the #1 Problem for Most Golfers Ever felt you’ve had a hard time getting “loaded” in your backswing, into your trail hip, and then difficulty with making the transition to your lead side during your downswing? This transition really should start occurring right before the downswing begins with the club – but

If you’re registered for or just thinking about attempting a triathlon, you’re already familiar with the swim, bike, run format. But for most new triathletes, the question becomes, “How do I train for this?” followed quickly by, “What takes precedent in training?” In this three part series blog we will provide you with some basics

Prevention of concussions is extremely important in sports, but even with careful planning and training, they can still happen. Early detection of concussions is key to prevent lasting effects from the injury. Many people associate concussions with loss of consciousness, vomiting, memory loss, and difficulty balancing. While these are all common signs with concussions, there

We Lose Flexibility As We Get Older I will often hear older guys on the course tell the younger guys “I remember the days when I had that kind of flexibility! Just wait till you get to be our age!” Most people begin to lose flexibility as they get older. It’s pretty obvious if you

Concussions are becoming a hot topic in the sports industry; especially with events that have occurred over the past year. As the graphic to the right from this text by Rayna Bernstein highlights, it’s an important thing to consider for athletes of all ages and in all different types of activities.   Prevention is priority

If you’re registered for or just thinking about attempting a triathlon, you’re already familiar with the swim, bike, run format. But for most new triathletes, the question becomes, “How do I train for this?” followed quickly by, “What takes precedent in training?” In this three part series blog we will provide you with some basics

Summer is just around the corner and we’re all looking forward to longer, warmer days. But along with the summer sunshine comes the heat… and the sweaty workouts!   If you’re training or running in the heat, staying hydrated is imperative. But with so many sports drinks on the market, you may be wondering which

How Is Strength Training Included In My Training Without Hindering My Run Or Bike Performance? Strength training is beginning to find its place within the training protocols of more and more endurance athletes. The next question that needs to be answered is strength training implemented within a training cycle to be most beneficial to endurance

Many golfers swing too fast for their own good.   Add speed training on top of this for a golfer that is already swinging too fast and this will end up slowing them down because it will likely lead to an injury.   “Swinging too fast” is common to see because many golfers don’t have

Strength Training For Endurance Athletes Strength and conditioning is critical for success in any sport. Training needs to be developed to meet the unique demands of your specific sport and strength training can maintain and improve muscle strength, muscular endurance, and balance, prevent injury, improve recovery time, optimize biomechanics, and maximize power. Many endurance athletes

Do you want to play with less pain, play more rounds, increase distance and enjoy your time playing with lower scores? Can your body handle the physical demands you’re asking from it?   For example, if you lack proper shoulder mobility (one of the 4 BIG rotary centers that golfers fail with having enough mobility)

Have You Tried To Increase Your Clubhead Speed To Increase Your Distance Off The Tee?   Have you tried overspeed training or power training exercises to get you there?   What if your body can’t physically take the demands you’re asking from it?     If you find yourself working with your swing coach and

Did you know that October is National Ergonomics Month? Yup, ergonomics is such a big deal that it gets its own month! And being ergonomically correct is much more than having a fancy, curvy keyboard and sitting on an exercise ball instead of a chair. So what exactly is ergonomics… and why is it so