Improving Sports Performance

Iron Supplements Boost Physical Performance in Women

Medscape Medical News Steven Fox April 16, 2014 Daily iron supplementation can boost physical performance in women of reproductive age (WRA), according to findings from a new review of the literature. The researchers who conducted the study said their findings provide a strong rationale for preventing and treating iron deficiencies among women. The study, by […]

Precompetition Manipulative Treatment and Performance Among Virginia Tech Athletes During 2 Consecutive Football Seasons

A Preliminary, Retrospective Report Per Gunnar Brolinson, DO Abstract Context: One of the goals of providing manipulative treatment such as osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) is to restore maximal, pain-free movement of the musculoskeletal system and to enhance neuromuscular function. Anecdotally, some athletes have reported that their athletic performance improves after manipulative treatment. Objective: To develop preliminary data […]