How do I Create a Workout Program for Myself?
Have you ever wanted to start working out and getting in shape? Once you were motivated, did you have a hard time figuring out what to do for your workouts? Did you ever give up when you were confused? In this article, the goal is to give you a general roadmap to...
The Importance of Ankle Mobility in Skating
Have you ever heard a skating coach tell an athlete to get lower or get your knee over your toes? Sounds easy, but it may not always be the case. These types of skaters may not physically be able to get lower due to either strength deficits or lack of mobility or...
Knee MCL Injuries in Hockey
The medial collateral ligament in the knee or MCL was the second most common injury in NCAA hockey in 2013 as stated by Grant, Bedi, Kurz, Bancroft & Miller. The study showed that only concussions had a higher injury rate in male collegiate players. The MCL is one...
Why Choose Compete Sports Performance and Rehab
You have so many choices in Orange County to send your athletes for sports performance training and injuries. So why choose Compete Sports Performance and Rehab? Simply put, Compete has a track record of success that you can trust. Our staff is highly qualified with...
Show Up to a Tournament or Showcase with a Plan for Success
Tournament or showcase play can take a major toll on an athlete’s mind and body. Don’t just show up to a tournament or showcase - show up with a plan that will allow you to play at your best. Prior to leaving for tournament or showcase: Take time to clarify...
Sport-Specific Training: Truth or Myth?
With sport specialization at a young age becoming the norm, it raises another question: what about sport-specific training? Social media and marketing suggest that all athletes should train specifically for their sport using cool-looking, and often complex, exercises...
How To Gain An Edge Over Your Competition
I’m not sure you could pay me enough to be a hockey league director anymore. Early in my career, I ran both adult and youth hockey leagues in a small town. Everybody knew each other and it was more of a social gathering than a competition. It was a blast. Now,...
Groin Injuries
What is a groin strain? A groin strain, or adductor strain, is an injury to one of the muscles on the inner thigh (adductor longus, brevis, and magnus; gracilis; and pectineus). Their primary function is to bring the leg back towards the middle of the body, or adduct...
Game Day Prep for Hockey
Whether they admit it or not, every player has a pre-game routine. All athletes perform their best when they feel their best. Having the good habits to prepare yourself properly prior to your game goes a long way in improving performance and preventing injuries. ...
Off-Season Soccer Tips
Many athletes look forward to the off-season after enduring a long and grueling season. The off-season is also a great opportunity to recharge both physically and mentally and address shortcomings in areas such as strength, flexibility, mobility, speed, power, and...
Which is better to use? Kettlebells or Dumbells?
No matter what level of athlete or weightlifting you are at, you have most likely asked yourself, “Do I use a kettlebell or dumbbell? Which is better?” When both are implemented into your training regimen it's excellent but in different situations. You have to ask...
Shoulder Injuries in Hockey
At our sports performance and rehabilitation facilities, we see many hockey athletes with injuries to their shoulders. This is not surprising due to the speed and the physical nature of the sport. Injuries can vary from simple muscle strains to full joint...