Athletes And Their Well-Being With the NFL back in full swing, and celebrating their 100th season, we are taking this moment to look back at some of the greatest athletes the game has ever seen. Being an NFL players takes guts, strength, and a love for the game. What some people fail to realize is that it also takes the help of a good chiropractor. The following players swear by the holistic practice, and they all believe it has improved their overall game. Jerry Rice “Chiropractic made … [Read more...] about How Athletes Optimize Their Well-Being
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NFL Celebrates 100th Birthday
As the National Football League celebrates its 100th season, it’s important to look back on how far it has come in all aspects of the game. Founded in 1920, the NFL was an entirely different organization than the one we know today. The players, the fans, and the game itself has changed drastically--back then, it was just a game. Today, it’s an industry, a culture and a lifestyle. The Many Phases of Football People today can’t imagine football players needing a second job, though many of them … [Read more...] about NFL Celebrates 100th Birthday
Austin Runs a Mile. Says F**K You to Dying!
The day is August 5, 2019 at 5:30 pm, and 28 year old Austin Surmont is going to attempt to run a mile! Why is this such a big deal? Well, when Austin woke up on the morning of August 5 a decade ago, he was just like many other 18-year-old teens. During the late afternoon that day, however, a freak accident occurred. Austin was severely electrocuted and nearly died. In fact, he did die, and came back. Twice! His life was changed forever! Now, 10 years to the day later, Austin is getting … [Read more...] about Austin Runs a Mile. Says F**K You to Dying!
Improving Marathon Performance
Marathons are on the rise and people are striving to improve their marathon performance. If this is you or you know someone who is into extreme sports, you will love the book Born to Run by Christopher McDougall. Flying through the book because I couldn’t put it down and talking with a good friend and fellow 100 Year Lifestyle Chiropractor, Dr. Dan Traxler of Connect First Family Chiropractic in Sterling, VA, has inspired me to challenge myself with running longer distances. I recently signed … [Read more...] about Improving Marathon Performance
Extreme Sports and Peak Performance
Extreme Sports are on the rise. At the gym, on the bike, in the park, up a mountain; these are all places where people push their body to the limit. Whether you are extreme on your own or an Ironman, triathlete, distance runner, Tough Mudder or participate in another extreme sport, this article can help you optimize your performance. When you put extreme demands on your body, you want and need your body to respond with precision. Many professional and extreme athletes utilize chiropractic … [Read more...] about Extreme Sports and Peak Performance
PGA Golfer Ben Silverman – Underdog Breaking Through
Why do the incredible feel-good stories of underdogs bring a certain warmth to our hearts? The undeniable perseverance beyond all odds and a heart that knows purpose keeps us wondering about the underlining factors that build such phenomenal players. Athlete Ben Silverman brings light to his ability to stay true to his path of golfing and tells us what it takes to break through. His humble roots, undeniable mental strength and physical health strategies make Ben a very relatable … [Read more...] about PGA Golfer Ben Silverman – Underdog Breaking Through
Soccer, The Long and Beautiful Game
The Beautiful Game at Every Age “O jogo bonito,” the Beautiful Game, describes the very essence of this passionate sport internationally known as Fútbol. Rooted in cultural spirit and international celebration, "Soccer is not just a game, it’s a national drama. There’s the magic that individuals can produce but also the rhythm of brilliant combination play — it can seem like art when all that is combined into both rehearsed cohesion and spontaneous ingenuity."1 Soccer is, nonetheless, a … [Read more...] about Soccer, The Long and Beautiful Game
Longevity and Performance
One of the biggest stories during Super Bowl 52 was the super longevity and performance of Tom Brady. He is redefining what is possible for athletes over forty. His nutrition and fitness routines along with his utilization of chiropractic care are well documented and vital to his success. While healthy eating and fitness seem like common sense, so is the importance of a healthy spine and nervous system. This is the reason why so many players from the New England Patriots and Philadelphia … [Read more...] about Longevity and Performance
A Healthier Passage – Emmanuelle Chriqui Behind the Scenes
The Fight, Flight, and Freeze Behind the Screen The Passage on Fox is an intense and thrilling story based on the New York Times bestselling Trilogy by Justin Cronin. Yet what isn’t always discussed is how scenes can stir an inseparable emotional and physical response to the actors and actresses involved within those roles. You could imagine, it’s quite difficult for the brain to differentiate the difference between reality and acting on the body. For instance: If you think of eating your … [Read more...] about A Healthier Passage – Emmanuelle Chriqui Behind the Scenes
My Next Level Yoga Practice
At 14 years old I was diagnosed with scoliosis during a routine health screening at school. Throughout the years following, mid to low back pain became an ongoing issue. As a hairstylist in my twenties, standing up for hours at a time on a concrete floor with minimal support led to excruciating back pain due to the compression of the spinal vertebrae. It was during this time I realized I needed to find relief. I began my search for reprieve and natural healing for the pain I tolerated daily. … [Read more...] about My Next Level Yoga Practice
