A meniscal tear is a common knee injury that can affect anyone. Injury to the meniscus can come from both physical trauma and gradual wear-and-tear, putting athletes and older individuals at a greater risk. The Meniscus The menisci are two c-shaped pads that lie between the femur and tibia bones. These pads are made of […]
33rd Annual Paddlefest Competition
Paddlefest: a Palooza of Surfing, Paddling, and Racing! CORE was ecstatic to participate (again) in this year’s 33rd Annual Paddlefest! This was a 3-day event highlighting Steamer Lane competition and Cowell’s classic. Paddlefest went out with a bang on the last day with a 5k/ 10k. The race was presented by Covewater Paddle Surf. What Competition! Every year Steamer Lane […]
Girls Rock Post-Ride Fun!
All Girls Rock, but Who are the Girls Rock of Santa Cruz? On March 23rd, the Girls Rock Santa Cruz Mountain Bikers started and ended their monthly ride at our amazing neighbor, Patagonia, on River Street. Girls Rock mission is to “inspire Bay Area women mountain bikers with rides and resources that are supportive, social, […]
Combining Services at Santa Cruz CORE
At Santa Cruz CORE our services complement each other. Personal training and nutrition counseling, for example, go hand-in-hand when it comes to weight-loss. Corrective exercise, massage therapy, and acupuncture together can achieve greater results for treating pain. Thanks to our wide range of services, a client can combine many of our treatment modalities to better […]
Atherosclerosis: The Root of Vascular Disease
Vascular diseases are among the leading causes of death in the U.S. and worldwide. Examples of vascular diseases include cardiovascular disease (CVD), cerebrovascular disease (CBVD), and peripheral artery disease (PAD). Vascular diseases, or diseases of the blood vessels, lead to many complications including heart attacks and strokes. What is Atherosclerosis? Atherosclerosis (athero- meaning artery and […]
Dealing with Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis is pain from inflammation of the plantar fascia, the connective tissue at the base of the foot. This connective tissue forms an arch-like shape that extends from the base of the heel and towards the toes. The plantar fascia supports body weight and movement. Who gets Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis can happen to […]
Sudden Cardiac Death
Many people know sudden cardiac death (SCD) as a type of cardiac arrest. Sudden cardiac death is the most common cause of natural death in the United States. Over half of all natural deaths in the U.S. are due to SCD. While it is considered normal, cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a predisposition. Sudden cardiac death […]
Exercise and the Heart
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the number one killer in the United States. What is worse is that despite the many guidelines and risk factors released by the American Heart Association (AHA) and the World Health Organization (WHO), Americans continue to engage in high-risk activities for CVDs. Such high risks activities include sedentary lifestyles, unhealthy diets, […]
Top 5 Benefits Of an Elite Personal Trainer at Santa Cruz Core (video)
Many people are intimidated by the thought of a personal trainer, believing them to be costly drill instructors who push clients to the brink of collapse. In reality, personal trainers are less expensive than you may think, and each has his or her own personal style. What all personal trainers have in common, however, is […]
