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Movement • Recovery • Performance
The 2026 Challenge: Why Most New Year Resolutions Fail (And How to Actually Follow Through)
80% of New Year resolutions fail by mid-February. The 2026 Challenge provides structure, accountability, and expert guid...
ChallengeThe Complete Guide to Sports Performance Testing: What Gets Measured, What It Means
89% of elite athletes undergo regular performance testing-but most don't know what's being measured or why. Learn the fi...
PerformanceACL Injury Prevention Protocol for Youth Athletes
ACL tears are devastating and largely preventable. Learn the evidence-based screening, training protocols, and warning s...
PerformanceReturn to Play Criteria: When Athletes Are Actually Ready
Time alone doesn't determine readiness. Learn the objective criteria, functional testing, and psychological factors that...
RecoveryPerformance Clinic vs. Physical Therapy: What's the Difference?
Not all rehab is created equal. Learn when you need traditional PT, when performance care is better, and why LA athletes...
PerformanceThe Performance Pyramid: Building Athletic Foundation at Every Age
From youth development to professional athletics, learn the progression model that builds injury-resistant, high-perform...
Performance5 Signs You Need Physical Therapy Before Surgery (Not After)
Pre-operative physical therapy can dramatically improve your surgical outcome. Learn the signs that indicate you should ...
RecoveryWhat Physical Therapy Looks Like After Surgery
Understanding the post-operative rehab process helps you set realistic expectations and commit to the work ahead. Here's...
RecoveryWhy Preventative Care Beats Reactive Treatment
Most people wait until something hurts to seek help. Learn how preventative care and integrated training can keep you mo...
PerformanceKey Movement Patterns That Prevent Injury
Understanding which movements break down and why certain muscles become insufficient is the key to staying injury-free. ...
MovementHow To Squat For Life
Your squat is more than a gym exercise. Learn proper form, common errors, and corrective strategies to keep you squattin...
MovementThe Science of Contrast Therapy
Alternating hot and cold exposure isn't just a trend. Learn the therapeutic benefits, optimal protocols, and how often t...
RecoveryWhat Is EMSculpt and Why It Works
EMSculpt uses electromagnetic technology to build muscle and burn fat. Discover the science, benefits, and therapeutic a...
TechnologyShockwave Therapy: What It Is and How It Heals
Piezoelectric shockwave therapy accelerates healing in chronic tendon and soft tissue conditions. Learn how this technol...
TechnologyThe Proteus: Next-Generation Power Assessment
The Proteus system is one of the rarest pieces of equipment in performance training. Discover how it measures true power...
TechnologyWhy Custom Insoles Matter: The Pedics Difference
Your feet are the foundation of all movement. Learn why Pedics' comprehensive assessment and custom insoles are elite-le...
PerformanceStability Before Strength: What Actually Prevents Injury
If your joints don't feel solid, your body won't let you produce power. Strength is built on control: position, bracing,...
PerformanceRotation and Anti-Rotation: The Missing Sixth Pattern
Rotation is athletic. Anti rotation is protective. You need both for a strong, pain free core.
MovementWhy Most Training Programs Stall at 6–8 Weeks
You start a new program, see great progress for 6–8 weeks, then everything plateaus. Learn why it happens and how to bre...
PerformanceYou Don't Need More Exercises You Need Better Progressions
Quality over quantity: learn how to progress exercises intelligently for sustainable results instead of constantly addin...
PerformanceThe Difference Between Feeling Worked and Getting Results
Feeling exhausted after a workout doesn't always mean you're making progress. Learn the difference between feeling worke...
PerformanceWhy Pain Is Not a Badge of Honor in Training
Pain during training isn't a sign of toughness—it's a warning sign. Learn when to push through and when to back off.
RecoveryHow Athletes Actually Build Resilience Not Just Muscle
Resilience isn't just physical—it's mental, emotional, and systematic. Learn how elite athletes build true resilience.
PerformanceWhat We Look for in a First Session (That Most Gyms Miss)
The first session reveals everything. Learn what elite performance clinics assess that most gyms completely miss.
PerformanceWhy Carries Might Be the Most Underrated Exercise in Training
Carries build strength, stability, and resilience in ways other exercises can't. Learn why they're essential for long-te...
MovementSingle-Leg Work: The Shortcut to Speed and Longevity
Single-leg training builds speed, prevents injury, and extends your athletic lifespan. Learn why it's essential for ever...
PerformanceWhy Your Warm-Up Matters More Than Your Finisher
The warm-up sets the tone for your entire session. Learn why it matters more than your finisher and how to do it right.
PerformanceMobility vs Stability: When Each Actually Matters
Mobility and stability are both important, but they're not the same. Learn when you need each and how to develop both.
MovementIf You Feel Training in Your Low Back This Is Why
Feeling training in your low back means something is wrong. Learn why it happens and how to fix it.
RecoveryNeck Pain During Core Work Here's the Fix
Neck pain during core work means you're compensating. Learn why it happens and how to fix it.
RecoveryWhy Tight Hips Are Rarely the Real Problem
Tight hips are usually a symptom, not the problem. Learn what's actually causing your hip tightness and how to fix it.
RecoveryShould You Train Through Pain Here's the Honest Answer
Training through pain is complicated. Learn when it's safe and when it's dangerous.
RecoveryHow We Decide What a Client Is Ready For
Programming isn't random—it's systematic. Learn how we decide what clients are ready for and why it matters.
PerformanceWhy We Don't Start With Max Effort
Starting with max effort is a recipe for injury and burnout. Learn why we build gradually and how it leads to better res...
PerformanceWhat an Evaluation Actually Tells Us in 30 Minutes
A 30-minute evaluation reveals everything. Learn what we assess and why it matters for your success.
PerformanceThe Difference Between Rehab, Training, and Performance (And Why It Matters)
Rehab, training, and performance are different. Learn the difference and why it matters for your success.
PerformanceReady to Move Better?
Whether you're recovering from surgery, preventing injury, or optimizing performance,
our team at Elite Performance Clinic is here to guide you.