The Right Way Back — Cameron Brink and the Power of Patience in ACL Rehab A Local Star’s Return Inspires us All – Especially locally here in Beaverton! When Cameron Brink returned to the court for the Los Angeles Sparks this week, it wasn’t just another appearance in a long WNBA season. It was the […]
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RAMP Protocol: How Warm-Ups Prime the Nervous System for Peak Performance When it comes to athletic performance, what you do before your workout or competition can be just as important as the session itself. A well-designed warm-up doesn’t just “loosen you up”—it activates critical physiological systems, especially the nervous system, to help you perform at
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Weekend Warrior Fuel: How to Eat for Back-to-Back Training Days Weekend warriors, we see you. You crush long runs on Saturday, hit the gym on Sunday, or power through back-to-back matches, bike rides, or hikes when the workweek lifts. Whether you’re training for a race, competing recreationally, or just love being active, what you eat
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Oregon 70.3 Race Recap: From Kevin Le, Physical Therapist & Endurance Specialist at APEX PWR in Tigard, OR Hey everyone! Kevin here at Apex reporting back after racing Oregon 70.3, a half ironman in Salem. That’s 1.2 miles of swimming, 56 miles of biking, and 13.1 miles of running. We swam down the Willamette River,
The Myth of “Training Less During Your Cycle” For years, women have been told to scale back training during their menstrual cycle, skip the hard sessions, avoid heavy lifts, and “just listen to your body” (often interpreted as backing off). But here’s the truth: training less during your cycle isn’t always necessary and for many
Fueling Fast Recovery: What to Eat Post-Workout You just wrapped up a hard training session, sweat’s dripping, muscles working, mind clear. What you do next determines whether your progress accelerates or stalls. Recovery isn’t a passive phase. It’s an active process that starts with your plate. The faster and smarter you refuel, the better your
A Smarter Approach to Cardiovascular Metrics Wearable tech and health apps have made it easier than ever to access health data. From smartwatches to connected rings and apps, we now have constant visibility into how our bodies are functioning. Among the most common and valuable data points are cardiovascular metrics like resting heart rate, heart
Movement Quality Testing Before Sport Re-Entry: Why It Matters You’ve rehabbed the injury. The pain is gone. Strength is coming back. You’re finally cleared to train again… but are you really ready to return to sport? At APEX PWR, we know that being “cleared” by a doctor or physical therapist isn’t the finish line and
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How Caffeine Timing Impacts Workouts Caffeine is one of the most widely used performance enhancers in the world, and for good reason. From early morning lifters to late-night runners, athletes have long relied on that pre-workout coffee or energy drink to sharpen focus, increase output, and delay fatigue. But here’s the catch: it’s not just
“Strong for Life” vs. “Fit for Now” Fitness built on the short term alone rarely lasts. Temporary peaks fade. Injuries creep in. Energy drops. Fitness, the combination of strength & endurance, is a lifelong endeavor that shouldn’t be viewed through a short-term lens. Strength built with structure creates a lifetime of results. You move better,
7 Proven PWR Moves to help you silence the noise, and streamline success in your health & fitness.
