By Dr. Nirav K. Pandya As a former collegiate long jumper and 400 meter runner, I had my share of hip pain while competing. The usual advice I got from my coaches was, “Oh, it’s probably a muscle strain. Put some ice on it and it will get... Read more
In celebrating the release of my new book, “The Definitive Guide To Youth Athletic-Strength, Conditioning and Performance”, I want to cover Female ACL injury prevention strategies. It has it’s own chapter in the book called, “Six Strategies For Preventing ACL Injuries Among High School Aged Female Athletes”. This book... Read more
Spring is here, and it’s time for open water swimming! If you are new to triathlon, swimming in open water can be a daunting idea. However, open water swimming should be, and is, a fun aspect of triathlon training. First, know that swimming in open water is very much like swimming in a... Read more
Capital City Revival
BasketballHigh School Basketball March 29, 2012 0
In a landmark game for Division I boys basketball in the Sac-Joaquin Section, Sheldon defeated Jesuit to reach its first state final. Read more
Brian Sergi is College Park’s second state wrestling champion because he believed he could be. Read more
After winning an NCS Div. III title in 2011, Alhambra is hoping Div. II won’t see it coming. Read more
BASEBALL 2012: Drive for 5
BaseballHigh School Baseball/Softball March 29, 2012 0
Lots of senior talent could lead Jesuit to a fifth straight league title — and much more. Read more
BEHIND THE CLIPBOARD: In any high school sport, always think team first
CalHiSports Insights March 14, 2012 0
I hate the breaststroke but I’m OK at it — and my coach wants me to swim it in meets. I don’t see why I should because swimming is a lot more about individual events than it is about a team effort. Do I have to swim the breaststroke... Read more
TRAINING TIME: Three ways to become a better young athlete today
CalHiSports Insights March 14, 2012 0
Parents will often ask me what their young athletes can do to become better athletes. Here are three very simple things that young athletes can implement immediately to instantly become better athletes. 1. Get your young athlete’s butt in gear What do I mean? Simple. Get their glutes (butt)... Read more