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.

Whether you're new to HYROX or looking to take your training to the next level, working with a performance physical therapist can be a game-changer in helping you not only prepare for the event but also optimize your performance and reduce the risk of injury.

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.

Pre-hab, or preventative rehabilitation, is one of the most effective ways to maintain mobility, strength, and overall quality of life as we grow older.

At The Impact Initiative, we partner with youth athletes to build resilient bodies, fine-tune movement patterns, and lay the foundation for lifelong performance and injury resilience.

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

When it comes to achieving peak performance and avoiding injury, rest is just as critical as the sets and reps you complete.

At The Impact Initiative - Woodstock Physical Therapy, we’ve worked with enough athletes to know: not all “tight” hips are actually tight. Sometimes, the issue isn’t stiffness—it’s weakness. And treating them the same way? That’s where frustration and plateaus begin.

When we talk about muscle activation, we’re talking about building intentional movement pathways that translate to stronger lifts, better running mechanics, and injury resilience.

At The Impact Initiative - Woodstock Physical Therapy, we don’t rely on dry needling as a one-size-fits-all solution. We use it strategically—when your system needs a reset, when you’re hitting a wall in your training, or when you’ve plateaued in your movement quality. And then we train your body to keep the change. Because pain-free movement is great—but pain-free performance is what we’re after.

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

What does “bone on bone” really mean? And more importantly—what can you do about it?

Let's unpack the essentials of hybrid athletic training to help you develop the strength and endurance required for events like Hyrox/Deka.

Building foot strength isn’t just about preventing injury—it’s about unlocking your full potential as a lifter. Here are three targeted exer

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

The 10% Rule is a simple, time-tested guideline that helps runners safely build endurance while minimizing the risk of injury.

Whether you're an elite athlete or a weekend warrior, adding single leg exercises into your routine can unlock new levels of performance.

Without proper wrist mobility and stability, you could be setting yourself up for poor form, reduced strength, and even injury.

Here are some targeted tips to help you manage and alleviate headaches effectively.

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