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Best Posture for Archery
In the world of archery, precision and consistency reign supreme, making proper posture not just a matter of form, but a crucial component of success.
Why Does My Neck Hurt After Archery?
Discover the cause of neck pain after archery to enhance your bow-drawing experience. Uncover insights and solutions in this blog post, ensuring you can pursue your passion with reduced discomfort and improved shooting accuracy.
Archer’s Elbow: Tips for Managing Lateral Epicondylitis
Archer’s elbow can make it difficult to draw and shoot a bow. In this article, I’ll highlight effective tips for managing and alleviating elbow pain (lateral epicondylitis) in bowhunters. Learn about the causes, symptoms, treatments, and smart modifications to enjoy your outdoor pursuits without interruption.
What Do Hunters Need the Most? A Hunter’s List
Explore our guide for the ideal gifts for deer hunters. From warmth and safety to budget-friendly options, we’ve got it all. Support us by using the affiliate links for your purchase, and ensure your deer hunter is ready for a successful, comfortable hunt in the great outdoors.
EMOM Workout for Bulging Disc: STOP Back and Leg Pain with this EASY (20 minute) EMOM Workout!
This quick 20 minute EMOM workout is designed by a Doctor of Physical Therapy to help reduce pain from a bulging disc.
How Do I Increase Draw Weight for Archery?
Training for higher draw weight demands a holistic strategy that encompasses strength training, consistent shooting practice, proper nutrition, and flexibility upkeep.
25 Exercises to Increase Draw Weight
Not only does a higher draw weight lead to ethical and lethal shots, but it also enhances your overall hunting prowess. Follow these 25 exercises to increase draw weight.
Pain in Bottom of Foot: Plantar Fasciitis
If you’ve been experiencing pain in the bottom of your foot, particularly near the heel, you may be dealing with a common condition called plantar fasciitis.
The Health Benefits of Trekking Poles
Trekking poles are more than just fancy accessories for hiking enthusiasts. These versatile tools offer a range of benefits that enhance stability, reduce joint impact, provide a full-body workout, and improve overall hiking performance.
11 Best Exercise Equipment for Shoulders
These 11 exercise equipment options for shoulder pain relief are affordable, user-friendly, and highly effective in reducing shoulder pain and improving overall function.
6 Best Hunting Boots for Achilles Tendonitis
As a physical therapist, strength and conditioning specialist, and avid hunter, I understand the importance of making an informed decision before investing hundreds of dollars in a pair of boots.
Achilles Tendonitis: Best Treatment to Fix Pain and Weakness
Achilles tendonitis is typically diagnosed when an individual experiences pain along the Achilles tendon. It’s important to note that inflammation may or may not be present with this condition. The underlying cause of Achilles tendonitis often lies in poor healing after small tears occur along the tendon, leading to stiffness and impaired mobility in the ankle and foot.
Can you feel a bulging disc with your hand?
No, you cannot feel a bulging disc with your hand. The intervertebral discs are situated deep within the spine, positioned between adjacent vertebrae. Each disc is surrounded by layers of skin, fascia (connective tissue), muscles, and bony prominences of the spine (spinous processes). Even the most skilled hands cannot physically palpate deep enough to “feel” a bulging disc.
The Importance of Exercise for Hunters: Improving Stamina, Reducing Pain, and Enhancing Balance
Exercise isn’t just about staying fit—it’s about boosting your stamina, reducing pain, and unleashing your inner hunting beast!
Improving Posture and Alignment for Hunters
Discover the importance of good posture and spinal alignment for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts. Learn about common posture issues, the benefits of proper alignment, and effective techniques to improve posture and reduce injury risk during hunting and outdoor activities.
Hunting and Optimal Performance: The Role of Physical Therapy and Strength Training
As a physical therapist, strength and conditioning specialist, and an avid hunter, I understand the importance of maintaining optimal physical health and performance in the field. Hunting requires a unique combination of endurance, strength, agility, and precision.
6 Tips for Safe Tree Stand Climbing After Knee Replacement Surgery
Climbing a tree stand is a thrilling and exciting activity, especially when you’re after your target buck. Making the first climb up a tree stand after a total knee replacement can be daunting. If you have recently undergone a total knee replacement surgery, it’s essential to take extra precautions to ensure your safety when climbing.
How to Avoid Common Hunting-Related Injuries and Aches
Hunting is an exciting and rewarding activity, but it can also be physically demanding and potentially dangerous. Whether you are a seasoned hunter or a beginner, it’s important to take steps to avoid common hunting-related injuries and aches. In this post, we will discuss some tips on how to do just that.
5 Shoulder Stretches for Archers and Bowhunters
Are you an archer or bowhunter suffering from neck pain, shoulder pain, scapula pain, rotator cuff tendinitis, bursitis, impingement, low back pain, or mid-back pain? If so, don’t miss out on these five stretching exercises.
5 Strengthening Exercises for Archers or Bowhunters
Basic strengthening exercises such as push-ups, lunges, bodyweight squats, planks, bent over rows, as well as specific exercises targeting the rotator cuff, shoulder, and scapular muscles, can help improve your archery skills and reduce the risk of injury.
Bow Arm Shoulder Pain: A Common Issue Among Archers and Bowhunters
Shooting a bow can be an exhilarating experience, but it can also lead to bow arm shoulder pain, a common issue among archers and bowhunters. In this blog post, I will discuss the causes, prevention, and management of bow arm shoulder pain, and provide tips to keep archers and bowhunters pain-free.
Proper Archery Form: 19 Mistakes Causing Pain
As an avid bowhunter, I have also witnessed the negative impact that poor shooting form has on accuracy. While archery is a low-impact sport, it still requires proper technique to prevent overuse injuries and strain on the body.
5 GREAT Tips for Improving Shoulder Pain After Archery
If you’re an archer or bowhunter dealing with shoulder pain, you don’t have to give up your passion – there are steps you can take to manage pain and enjoy your time in the field.
Hunting After a Total Knee Replacement | The Return to Hunting
IntroductionHunting is more than just a hobby; it’s a passion that often defines one’s connection to the outdoors. It’s about creating memories with family and friends, embarking on long road trips, experiencing heart-pounding moments as that target buck walks under...
Stretches for Neck Pain After Archery
Muscle tightness can cause neck pain after archery. In this blog post, I highlight 3 stretches that can help reduce muscle tightness and neck pain after archery.