The standard procedure for most injuries often involves anti-inflammatories, painkillers, and the RICE method—rest, ice, compression, and elevation. But what if this approach is slowing down recovery instead of promoting it? A Different Approach to Healing Instead of following the conventional method, I recommend the opposite: This approach, which I call METH (Movement, Elevation, Traction,…
Whenever possible, invest in professional massage therapy. A deep-tissue massage can target specific problem areas that need extra attention, while a full-body massage can help alleviate stress and promote overall relaxation. These treatments are invaluable for maintaining muscle health and setting the proper tone for continual progress in the gym. Self-massage is another effective tool…
Electronic muscle stimulation (EMS) can be a valuable tool for weightlifters. Here are four ways you can benefit from EMS: Kots’ method works well 4–6 hours after a workout as part of a double-split system, while the recovery method is best used the day after training. The latter can be conveniently performed while working on…
At least once a week, take a salt bath for 20–30 minutes—ideally about an hour before bed. You can create a complete restoration soup by combining the following ingredients: Experiment with different combinations to see what works best for you. Providing the body with essential minerals in the right proportions is crucial for recovery. In…
Over the years, I’ve explored various injury prevention and treatment strategies for aging athletes. What I discovered was quite interesting—mainly that a high degree of the aging process is controlled by the brain. As mental function starts to decline, your body starts to fall apart. Boost the brain, and you’ll boost the body! One of…
As I mention in my article Radical Methods of Injury Rehabilitation, the standard procedure for most injuries involves anti-inflammatories and painkillers along with RICE: rest, ice, compression, and elevation. Normally, what do I recommend? Almost the exact opposite! The Problem with Traditional Methods No rest and no compression, use movement with traction instead. According to…
Q: After a workout last Wednesday I came home and immediately fell asleep. Upon awakening I found myself unable to breathe. For the next three days I was very ill with quite severe respiratory distress and was pretty much bedridden. Sunday I woke up feeling much better so I decided to do my Saturday workout…