ACL IQ: Did you know? There are an estimated 100,000 ACL tears a year 80% of these are non-contact injuries The majority of those who tear their ACL’s are female Almost all tears occur while playing sports You have probably all heard of or known someone who has recently torn his or her ACL. This… [Continue Reading]
The Sport Specific Training Hoax
I couldn’t tell you how many times I’ve had parents and athletes ask me “is your training sport specific?” and about 100% of the time they have no idea what that actually means. I’ve seen so many coaches use these so called “sport specific training” methods in an effort to make themselves look more cutting… [Continue Reading]
Improving Your Speed Training by Stretching
Being capable of performing at peak level in any sporting activity can be achieved by integrating many factors into speed training. Strength training, Speed Training, hours of practice, good nutrition and adequate rest are all essential components to a good sports regimen. In addition to all these, it is vital to incorporate stretching into your… [Continue Reading]
Art In Motion Performing at the Art and Wind Festival
Art In Motion has been invited to perform at the “Art and Wind” Festival on Monday 5/30 Memorial day in San Ramon’s Memorial Park. There will be a published listing of stages and performers to locate our stage at the festival. Art In Motion young performers will be dancing and singing their number “Can’t Stop the Beat”. … [Continue Reading]
Miriam Nakamoto Top Female Fighter Trains at Velocity
[nggallery id=3] Miriam Nakamoto is considered one of the top female strikers in the world. Versatile in both Muay Thai kickboxing and traditional boxing, she has been involved in the striking arts for over 11 years. She has been professional since 2005, sporting a Muay Thai record of 13-0. In 2007, Miriam was on the… [Continue Reading]
Soccer Stars Dublin-Bound
Soccer fans have reason to celebrate. Women’s professional soccer is coming to Dublin later this month. The Bay Area Breeze of the WPSL will play all of their home homes games at the new Gaels stadium at Dublin HighSchool. “We’re really excited to have the team connected to the community,” said player Kim Yokers. A native of Washington,… [Continue Reading]
ESPT Expanding To Serve The Tri-Valley
On March 1, Elite Sports Physical Therapy will partner with Velocity Sports Performance in Dublin, and begin providing sports and orthopedic physical therapy services to Tri-Valley residents. “We are thrilled to be able to expand our services from the Tri-City area (Fremont, Newark, Union City) into the Tri-Valley,” says Jacon C. Chun, MPT, SCS, ATC,… [Continue Reading]
Free Training, Pleasanton Junior Football League
“We can teach Pleasanton Junior Football League Athletes speed, power and agility.” The best way to become a better Pleasanton Junior Football League football player isn’t by playing more football – it’s by improving your overall athleticism. Throw farther, cut faster, and kick your game into high gear with Velocity Sports Performance. We would like… [Continue Reading]
