Tips To Get Ready for Fall Sports
BTS….for all students it means Back To School, but for some it means Back To Sports!
Whether you are preparing for Fall Volleyball, Football, Soccer, Tennis, Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Track , or Cross-Country, our advice for getting back into sports is the same: Thoughtful preparation is key and, as you will read, we can help get you back to sports safely as the school year begins.
Get Ready For Your Season
Hopefully your summer break included keeping up with physical conditioning. If you’ve fallen out of your consistent exercise routine, start back slowly to avoid strains and injuries. Building a workout routine that includes cardiovascular workouts, strength training, and agility drills will help improve endurance, power, and flexibility.
Before starting back to sports, we recommend an Injury Risk Assessment here in the Complete Game clinic. These assessments will help to prevent injuries by understanding how you move your body and other body mechanic measurements. Areas of concern can be worked on with exercises or other therapy. We work with individuals and whole teams to identify and help with any deficits.
Proper nutrition is also crucial for athletic performance. Athletes should consume a well-balanced diet that includes plenty of lean protein, fruits and vegetables, and complex carbohydrates. Staying hydrated is also key, so it is important to drink plenty of water throughout the day, especially during and after workouts. Proper hydration and good nutrition help prevent injury, also!
Finally, it is important for student athletes to communicate closely with their coaches and trainers to ensure they are properly prepared for the upcoming season. This includes discussing any injuries or health concerns, and working together to develop a training plan that is specific to the athlete's needs and goals. With the right preparation, student athletes can maximize their potential and succeed in fall sports.
FREE Walk In Sports Injury Clinics Beginning Saturday September 9
Be sure to come in to Complete Game for a FREE Sports Injury Clinic on Saturdays beginning on September 9. Help make your return to sports a safe transition this year. If you have any questions, contact us at Complete Game to learn more and confirm dates.
Sneak Peek: Introducing DARI
Coming soon to the clinic is an innovative tool that will personalize the injury risk screening for all our patients. The DARI Motion Experience is a cutting edge technology that analyzes motion and identifies areas of asymmetry and concern. In other words, issues that can put athletes at increased risk for injury. You can watch a demonstration of a screening by clicking here.
The DARI Motion screen is sure to become an invaluable tool in our service catalog. This will allow us to provide an enhanced experience and help our patients understand their readiness to play in their respective sport. This will help the team focus on the areas that our athletes most need assistance with.
As always, the Complete Game team wishes you a great Back To School experience and a successful and injury-free season!