Returning to Basketball After ACL Surgery: What Athletes Need to Know

For basketball athletes, tearing your ACL can feel like everything changes overnight. One moment you are training, competing, jumping, cutting, and moving confidently. The next, you are sitting on the sideline dealing with surgery, swelling, rehab appointments, and the uncertainty of when you will finally feel normal again. Most athletes assume the hardest part is […]

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Why Your Therapy Isn’t Working: The Problem with Subjective Assessments

Many athletes go through physical therapy and feel like they’re stuck in a cycle of pain, rehab, and re-injury. But why? The truth is, most traditional physical therapy clinics rely on subjective assessments that lack measurable data. Hi, I’m Dr. Jonny! If you’re new here, I’m a sports performance physical therapist who helps athletes use […]

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Macros 101

Macros, short for macronutrients, refer to the three major nutrient groups that make up the bulk of our daily calorie intake: protein, carbohydrates, and fat. The concept of tracking macros has become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly in the context of sports nutrition and weight management. IIFYM, which stands for “If It Fits Your […]

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Don’t Sleep on Getting Your Proper Amount of Zzzzz..

Greetings my fellow athELITEs! As a physical therapist, I have seen firsthand how inadequate sleep can negatively impact our performance on and off the field. Yes, I know it’s tempting to stay up late binge-watching your favorite show or scrolling through TikTok, but let me tell you, the benefits of adequate sleep far outweigh the temporary joy […]

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