Why Young Athletes’ Off-Season Summer Training Is Essential
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Why Young Athletes’ Off-Season Summer Training Is Essential

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Why Young Athletes’ Off-Season Summer Training Is Essential

Why Off-Season Summer Training Is Essential for Young Athletes Young athletes' Smart way to manage athletic journey As the school year winds down, it’s easy for middle and high school athletes to look forward to a well-earned break. But for those serious about elevating their performance, preventing injuries, and dominating tryouts in the fall, summer is a golden opportunity—not a time to hit pause. Here’s why summer training isn’t just a good idea, but a crucial investment in an athlete’s development. 1. Stay Ahead of the Competition Athletes [...]

By Mckenna Smet|2025-05-01T15:46:49-04:00April 23, 2025|Education, Performance|

Recovery Treatments Boost Swimmer’s Performance

Mackenzie’s Road to Success: How Elite Wellness Transformed Her Recovery and Performance For Mackenzie Speilman, swimming isn’t just a sport—it’s a passion she’s pursued since the age of seven. As a year-round competitive swimmer and a dedicated tri-sport athlete in field hockey, soccer, and swimming at Potomac Falls High School, Mackenzie’s commitment to excellence is unmatched. However, her journey has not been without challenges. She needed an exceptional recovery plan to get her through a very critical time prior to her surgery. Meet Mackenzie: A Passionate Triathlete Mackenzie started her swimming journey at just seven years old, [...]

By Elite Wellness Staff|2025-03-29T14:19:51-04:00March 25, 2025|Performance, Recovery|

Improving Running Performance and Preventing Injury

The Role of Running Biomechanics in School-Age Athletes Enhancing Performance and Preventing Injury Running is a fundamental component of many sports, including soccer, track and field, and cross-country. The mechanics behind running play a crucial role in an athlete’s performance and susceptibility to injury. For school-age athletes, who are still in their developmental years, understanding and optimizing running biomechanics can create a strong foundation for future athletic success and longevity in their sport. At Elite Wellness, we start with a comprehensive fitness assessment and testing. The Importance of [...]

By Elite Wellness Staff|2025-03-17T12:16:08-04:00March 12, 2025|Performance|