By: Hayden Gray, DPT
Today we're diving into the importance of having an “in-between shoe”, a versatile option for everyday life that bridges the gap between specialized footwear like running shoes, dress shoes, and flip-flops.
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Not All Shoes Are Built for Daily Consistent Wear
Every shoe serve...
By: Nick Sienkiewicz, DPT, CSCS
Hayden and I participated in the Tough Ruck 2024 this past weekend. It was a rucking marathon event; 26.2 miles with 35+ lbs hanging on the back for the duration of the race. It was extremely challenging. Quite frankly, it was the most difficult thing I have ever don...
 By: Chad Burnham, DPT, FAFS, CSCS
When you think of creatine, you might picture muscle-bound lifters chugging down shakes after a heavy lift. But here’s the truth: creatine is one of the most researched and effective supplements out there, and its benefits go far beyond the gym floor.
Yes, it hel...
By: Hayden Gray, DPT
Have you recently started running again and found yourself dealing with shin splints or calf pain? Don’t worry I’ve got you covered! I’ll explain what shin splints are, how to prevent them, what to do if you start experiencing them, and share some effective strengthening exerci...
By: Nick Sienkiewicz, DPT, CSCS
I think calcium supplementation can be a game changer for many. I personally have calcium in my supplement repertoire currently in the form of a blend. The purpose of the calcium edition of “There’s More to the Story” was simply to do just that; make people aware of ...
By: Hayden Gray, DPT
Welcome to what could become a monthly source of inspiration and tips for all things running. If you choose to follow along here's a sneak peek into what you can expect each month. I will dive into a specific running topic, whether it's short-distance sprints, middle-distance c...
 By: Nick Sienkiewicz, DPT, CSCS
 There are some conversations that pop up more frequently than others with patients and clients. I suggested this phenomenon in my newsletters regarding cholesterol. Like with cholesterol, when discussing these common themes in the world of health and fitness, there...
By: Chad Burnham, DPT, FAFS, CSCS
 When it comes to fat loss, many people default to cardio—running, cycling, and endless hours on the treadmill. But is that really the most effective approach?
Let’s break it down by comparing two ProFam members:
 • Hayden is training for an Ironman, meaning his ...
By: Nick Sienkiewicz, DPT, CSCS
 Happy New Year everyone! Resolutions are in the infantile stage. In a few weeks, many will realize that their resolution was a little overzealous and unreasonable. Rather than trying to squeeze 365 days worth of exercise into one week, it is much more constructive t...
By: Hayden Gray, DPT
 If you’ve been on a fitness journey, rehab journey, or any type of health journey and feel like the holidays are getting in your way, you’re not alone—trust me. The holiday season is filled with socializing, eating, traveling, staying up late, taking days off work, and maybe e...
By: Nick Sienkiewicz, DPT, CSCS
 After discussing essential fats last week, I figured it was the perfect time to talk all things cholesterol today! There are so many misconceptions about cholesterol. Without a doubt, the conversation about cholesterol always begins with “my cholesterol came back hi...
By: Nick Sienkiewicz, DPT, CSCS
 Once I retuned from vacation earlier this week, I received many questions regarding my protein intake on vacation. On last week’s newsletter, I shared with you all one of my big goals while away on vacation is to increase my protein consumption. I think so many peop...
