by Compete Performance | Nov 17, 2025 | Blog
If you’re a hockey player or figure skater, lace bite can feel like a small problem that becomes a big distraction. The sharp, aching pain at the front of your ankle or foot can make every stride uncomfortable, and if left unattended, it can persist for weeks. The...
by Compete Performance | Oct 14, 2020 | Hockey
Lace bite can be a debilitating condition affecting both hockey players and figure skaters. The condition is an irritation in the front of the ankle that can affect the skin and tendons. The cause of lace bite is pressure placed on the anterior ankle from either the...
by Compete Performance | Mar 23, 2026 | Blog
Overhead athletes such as baseball and softball players place tremendous stress on their shoulders and elbows every time they throw. The throwing motion is one of the fastest and most demanding movements in sports, placing significant strain on the arm throughout a...
by Compete Performance | Mar 16, 2026 | Blog
Soccer players in Orange County compete year-round. Between club seasons, showcases, high school play, and private training, athletes are sprinting, cutting, jumping, and changing direction constantly. With that kind of demand, injuries are common — especially among...
by Compete Performance | Mar 9, 2026 | Blog
The serratus anterior is a fan-shaped muscle that wraps around the side of the rib cage, often described as having “finger-like” attachments along the ribs. Sometimes called the boxer’s muscle, it plays a critical yet frequently overlooked role in shoulder health,...
