Monthly Archives: April 2008

Tylenol vs Ibuprofen-what to take, why and when

Posted on April 6, 2008 by Kelly

Found an article comparing Tylenol to Ibuprofen.  Below I’ve highlighted the aspects most relevant to crossfiters. <!–adsense–>Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is classified as an analgesic (pain medication) and has no anti-inflammatory properties.  Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), like naproxen (Aleve),is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.  Both … Continue reading →

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Massages-why they are needed

Posted on April 4, 2008 by Kelly

By manipulating the soft tissue (muscles, ligaments, facia), massage helps you heal and prevents overuse injuries.  It also increases circulation, delivering nutrients, removing waste and promoting faster recovery.  Massage separates fibrous adhesion (compacted muscle fibers), and realigns scar tissue.  As … Continue reading →

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The L-Sit Walk Challenge

Posted on April 2, 2008 by Kelly

Found a cool challenge on the performance menue site: L-sit walks are nice combination of support work, static abdominal strength and dynamic movement. They are especially useful in group training situations, as the intensity of the movement can easily be … Continue reading →

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