The holiday season is here: full of family, travel, good food, and a schedule that can feel all over the place. Between shorter days, colder weather, and endless events, our usual routines can easily fall off track. But here’s the thing: staying active during the holidays isn’t about punishment or “earning” your food, it’s about protecting your body, mind, and energy when stress is high and time feels short.

Early specialization happens when a child focuses on one sport, year-round, before puberty, usually before age 12, often with little to no time off for rest or participation in other sports.

It’s easy to assume that shoulder or upper back pain comes from overuse, poor posture, or muscle strain in those specific areas—but sometimes, the source lies higher up, in your cervical spine (neck). This is why a thorough assessment of your neck is critical when evaluating shoulder and upper back pain.

Training fast-twitch fibers can play a key role in enhancing reactive reflexes, balance, and strength.

Allowing your knees to move past your toes can be perfectly safe and even necessary depending on your body, squat technique, and goals.

In this blog, we’ll dive into the science behind recovery, how to speed it up, and how to make the most out of every training session.

One of the most common complaints of knee pain we see in athletes of all levels is Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS).

Early intervention and taking action now is the best way to safeguard your health and well-being.

Believe it or not, sleep can be the secret weapon in your recovery journey! Let’s dive into why sleep is SO important during rehab.

We are going to unpack common causes of tight hips and explore some practical exercises you can try at home.

Shoulder health is crucial for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who relies on their upper body for daily activities.

Let's delve into the significance of the thoracic spine and introduce you to a beneficial exercise: the incline thoracic extension.

This guide will walk you through the steps to build and maintain resilient ankles.

Physical therapy offers numerous benefits for those suffering from neck pain and headaches.

At The Impact Initiative Physical Therapy & Performance, we’re here to provide you with a comprehensive guide to lifting heavy safely...

In the pursuit of peak physical performance, it's easy to get caught up in the grind—pushing harder, training longer, and striving for...

Pain at rest is not something you should ignore or normalize. It’s a signal that your body needs attention...

Stretching is a valuable component of a well-rounded fitness and wellness routine, but it’s not a cure-all.

MRIs have a significant drawback—they often reveal abnormalities that may not actually be causing any issues or symptoms.

The off-season is a vital time for athletes to rest, recover, and build a stronger, more resilient foundation for the upcoming season.