Shailesh Sharma

Fueling Tips for Single and Double Workouts As one coach aptly stated, “Too many athletes show up for training, but they don’t show up for meals. They might as well not show up for training.” So true! Pre-exercise fueling makes a big difference in terms of how well athletes can enhance their performance. Food eaten…

Telehealth physical therapy can enable you to receive professional care from the comfort of your own home. No more juggling schedules or sitting in traffic to attend appointments. We’ll discuss telehealth PT advantages and limitations, and how to prepare for your virtual sessions. Key Takeaways Telehealth physical therapy offers increased accessibility, cost efficiency and personalized…

Author Nancy Clark MS RD CSSD Sugar, Health & Athletic Performance Of all the questions athletes ask me, “Is sugar bad for athletes…?” is at the top of the list. You likely have been bombarded with messages that sugar is evil, feeds cancer, causes obesity, ruins health, and should be avoided at all costs. Yet,…

Running is one of the most popular exercises that people use to stay fit. It’s a relatively low-impact option compared to some of the other physical activities that you can choose from, but injuries can still occur. Studies have found that lower extremity running injuries can range in prevalence from about 19.4% up to as…

Author Kristen Carli, MS, RD Choosing the right protein source to support your fitness goals and overall health is important. With so many protein supplements available, it’s hard to know which one to choose. You may be wondering about the differences between pea protein and whey protein, and which one you should choose. Whether you’re…

Athletes tend to do a good job of training their muscles, heart and lungs. But some of them (particularly endurance athletes and those in running sports) commonly fail to train their gut. As one marathoner reported, “I was so afraid of getting diarrhea during long training runs that I did not eat or drink anything…

Teen athletes often get insufficient sleep, despite its well-established risks to health and performance. Read on to find how much sleep teen athletes need and what they can do to sleep better.  Highlights Teens between 13 and 18 should get 8 to 10 hours of sleep each night, recommends the American Academy of Sleep Medicine…

Imagine being told you need knee surgery – a procedure that can be complex, with a long recovery time and potential complications. Wouldn’t you want to be absolutely certain that it’s the right decision? Seeking a second opinion for knee surgery can make all the difference in ensuring the best possible outcome for your health.…

Some people try so hard to not eat it, but they inevitably succumb, and inevitably feel guilty.  If you share the same love-hate relationship with chocolate, keep reading. And be thankful this so-called “bad food” offers benefits.”   The Good News Chocolate is made from cocoa, a plant. It is a rich source of health-protective phyto…

Are you an avid fitness enthusiast looking to get rewarded for your hard work and dedication to staying fit? What if we told you that you could earn rewards, discounts, and even cash back for your gym memberships and fitness-related purchases? Sounds intriguing, right? Well, hold tight to your resistance bands and yoga mats, because…