Archive for October 2020
Is PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) the Future of Injury Treatment?
Platelet-rich plasma, or PRP, has received a lot of attention in the treatment of injuries—especially with well-known athletes like Tiger Woods and Maria Sharapova. But is it safe, effective, and does it work? Let’s address some of the frequently asked questions about PRP. What is Platelet-Rich Plasma? To understand PRP, it’s important to understand blood.…
Read MoreMind Over (Genetic) Matter: Does Our Mindset Limit Performance?
Consumer genetic testing gives us all an opportunity to discover gene variants that influence our palate, behavior, and health inheritance. But a recent study has shown that our genetic makeup may not have as big an influence on our behavior as our mindset. For starters, the science on gene variants and their impact on our…
Read More7 simple ways for women to get active
Ten minutes—and a little creativity—are all you need to start meeting your fitness goals. Health experts say we need to get 150 minutes of moderately intense exercise a week (which works out to about 30 minutes of exercise a day, five days a week). But how we get those two-and-a-half hours of activity is entirely…
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