Posts Tagged: bodybuilding

From Corporate Executive to Entrepreneur, Competitive Athlete Donna French Offers an Inspiring Family Story of Grit, Courage, Determination and Perseverance

Posted by Orthopaedic Specialists & filed under Bodybuilding, Exercise, Female Athletes, Health and Nutrition, Injury Prevention, Overuse Injury.

Unexpected Career Pivot Leads to Joy Helping Others Get Fit When their son Hunter went away to college, Donna and Glen French found themselves in unfamiliar territory as neither of them had a job at the time. Having climbed the ranks of Brown & Williamson, Humana and Anthem, Donna was at a career crossroads armed… Read more »

Ruptured Tendons in Anabolic Steroid Users

Posted by Orthopaedic Specialists & filed under Injury Prevention, Sports Medicine and Sports Injury.

Steroid use is more frequent with the intense level of competition in today’s sports. For bodybuilders, the consumption of steroids allows these individuals to grow their existing muscles in size. These types of drugs help bodybuilders burn fat, gain muscle and achieve a desired body appearance for competition. While steroid use is illegal without a doctor’s prescription, many athletes… Read more »