There is nothing more disheartening to an athlete than a season-ending (or worse, career ending) injury. They could face weeks of doctor’s visits, physical therapy, and possibly, surgery. The good news is that many injuries can be avoided or minimized with the right preparation. Here are four things your athlete can do right now to…
by Courtney ZinziPrecision Nutrition SpecialistNext Level Fitness & Performance The day we’ve all been dreading (or maybe pining for, depending on your child’s energy levels and your patience!) the end of summer, the first day of school. The end of long, care-free days, the end of tans, the end of beach trips, and…
Next Level Fitness & Performance, located in Haymarket, has brought on Michael Minthorne as their new Director of Athlete Performance. Already known as the premier athlete training facility in the area, Next Level’s recently expanded Athlete Performance Center is elevating their program by bringing on Minthorne who has international coaching experience and has worked with high school, professional and…
TURNING DISEASE INTO OPPORTUNITY by Patrick CarrDirector of Personal TrainingCSCS As an individual with Type 1 diabetes, I know first-hand the many ups and downs this never-ending disease can throw at you. Setting your alarm at two hour intervals through the night to make sure you don’t “bottom out” and slip into a diabetic coma,…
By Cory Albright CSCS, USAW L1SPDirector of Athlete Performance Olympic lifts, such as the power clean, hang clean, snatch, push jerk, and split jerk are in nearly all strength and conditioning programs throughout college weight rooms and in some high schools. Unfortunately, due to the complexity of these lifts and the sheer number of athletes…