How can we help prevent ACL injuries in female lacrosse athletes?
it's a burning question I always have.
Well, there’s good news on this topic and brand new research which helps shed light on the strategies.
As a former clinician…
I was chatting recently with a parent at a lacrosse tournament when the topic of electrolytes came up.
The conversation made me think about some of the research I did just a few months ago on the topic.
Here's the…
I've discovered there are a few myths and misconceptions regarding deceleration training for lacrosse.
Deceleration in sports is the ability to slow down or stop movement quickly and under control.
It’s the opposite of acceleration and involves absorbing force through…
Stretching seems to be confusing and a debated topic when it comes to sports and exercise.
When should we stretch before or after? And what type of stretching is best?
The reality is the research is quite clear on when and…
For lacrosse players, speed is the difference maker.
If you have blazing speed, speed that creates separation, you instantly stand out on the lacrosse field.
And if you want to be fast, you have to train the right way.
When it comes…
As I discussed in the first part of this article series, ACL injuries are the most-feared injury in lacrosse because they end the athlete's season.
Just to quickly review, a complete tear of the ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) in the…
Lacrosse is a fast, physical, and extremely athletic game that presents an inherent risk for injury.
Common injuries for lacrosse athletes range from minor abrasions and bruises to far more serious injuries like concussions.
Yes, concussions are…