High intensity interval training involves alternating between short duration bouts of vigorous and moderate intensities of exercise. The cumulative total of these interval minutes at a vigorous level is often more than an individual could sustain at a sustained vigorous intensity. Allowing the participant to obtain the health benefits of vigorous exercise without trying to...
One of the most challenging populations for any exercise professional is women entering the perimenopausal or menopausal phases of life wishing to lose weight. Weight changes during this period for women are common due primarily to changes in key hormones, estrogen and progesterone, and metabolic changes/slow downs due to aging. Combined these changes can lead...
Our brains can be our best or worst training partner. In our previous blogs we have written about how our brains stop our workouts or sets short to conserve energy. As part of our nervous system, our brains are actively involved in building strength with exercise. In fact, in the first 6 weeks of training...
By: Erica Tran, PT, DPT, OCS Athletes practice “just in case” (JIC) peeing before workouts to avoid bathroom breaks during training or competition. However, this habit can harm your pelvic floor health. A recent systematic review on urinary incontinence (UI) in female athletes reveals how behaviors like JIC peeing can disrupt bladder function, leading to...
By Lucas Glomb, PT, DPT, OCS At our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy offices, return to sport training is a critical phase in a patient’s recovery from pain, injury, or surgery. In the fields of physical therapy and orthopedic medicine, “return to sport” has traditionally meant clearing patients for general activities like jogging,...
Studies have found that training at higher intensities can be more beneficial for bone health and gaining strength than working at lower intensities (Watson et al. 2017; Refalo et al. 2021). But what about the difference between being supervised by a trained professional, like a physical therapist, and unsupervised with self-selected intensities? A study by...
Meet Sarah, a new mom grappling with the challenges of her evolving sex life. Like many new parents, she finds herself facing painful intercourse and a decrease in sexual desire just three months after welcoming her baby. Unfortunately, this struggle is not uncommon. Up to 88% of new parents report sexual well-being issues, yet less...
Muscle strains and tendinopathies are common injuries we treat in our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics. Common areas for muscle strains include the hamstrings, quads, calves, hip flexors and low back, while common areas for tendinopathies are the Achilles tendon, patellar tendon (jumper’s knee), and the rotator cuff. The nature of these...
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports, especially among recreational athletes. While it’s a great way to stay active, the quick movements and changes in direction can lead to injuries, particularly if certain muscle groups aren’t strong enough to handle the physical demands. In our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy clinics we often...
A common question we receive in our Boulder Physical Therapy and Lafayette Physical Therapy practices is in regards to the safety of exercise when diagnosed with osteopenia or osteoporosis. Some patients will ask, “Am I causing more damage by practicing yoga?” The answer is no! In fact, not only has yoga been shown to be...