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MAY 2023
PURSUING OPTIMAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS Who Do You Want to Become?
The same idea can be applied to new moms, as their identities change quite literally overnight. One day, they are someone who would like to have kids. Then they are a “mom-to-be” and pregnant. Finally, after going through labor, they are a mom. However, no places exist where a mom-to-be can prepare to become a mom or a collegiate athlete can prepare for their future as a pro. This was ultimately the epiphany that led me to open Myokinetix. I wanted to create a space that helps people seeking to become a better version of themselves, looking past physical therapy alone and instead aiming to accomplish their overarching wellness goals. This is something the financial industry does well. If you’ve ever met with a financial advisor, they likely asked you, “At the age of 65, how much money do you want to have in your savings?” or “What kind of lifestyle do you want to live?” I’m doing the exact same thing for wellness at Myokinetix. Healing your injury puts you back to your baseline, but after that, who do you want to be? What is the identity you are trying to achieve? After you are “someone injured,” who are you? The ultimate goal for Myokinetix is to be a “transformation” center where we support you through your current identity and support you in becoming the person you want to be. This is a big reason we’ve started
our pelvic floor therapy services. We want to be that place that helps moms-to-be transition into mothers, evolving with their wellness goals from before their pregnancy all the way to when their adult children leave the nest eighteen years later. But we want to take our goal a step further, so we’ve launched our Performance Plus Program, where we help people continue investing in their health, even after they’ve returned to their baseline. Think of it this way: If you stop investing in your wellness once your injury is gone, it’s like stopping before the finish line in a race. Instead of becoming the person you truly want to be, you’ve just returned to who you were. Our Performance Plus Program gives you access to physical therapy, acupuncture, wellness, nutrition, at-home exercise programs, and a monthly mental wellness call with a coach at Myokinetix — all to help you continue to evolve. So, double down on the path toward the person you want to become, and keep investing in your wellness. You can start by joining our Performance Plus Program or contacting our Myokinetix team at 973-585-4990 for help. No
I had an epiphany as a young athlete.
I would get injured during practice or in a game, visit a medical professional for help, return to playing, and end up injured again. After going through that cycle numerous times, I realized that no service or place exists in the health care field that evolves with us as we grow and change. What I mean by this is that as my injuries continued and I grew up, the medical treatments I received were more one-off fixes for that specific injury, not at all considering my past or future. No medical professional asked me who I wanted to become and how they could help me get there past the immediate injury they were treating. None of them tried to help me with my overall wellness. For example, if you’re a female athlete and play at a D1 collegiate level, you have specific wellness needs during those four years. Then, if you go pro with your sport, you’ll have different needs than you did at the collegiate or even high school level. Essentially, your whole identity changes. You went from being a “D1 female athlete” to a “professional female athlete.”
matter who you want to become, we’ll be with you every step of the way.
-Dr. Natty Bandasak
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When you walk into your local health or supplement store, whoever works there will likely ask you what you’re looking for and make a few recommendations for the supplements they LOVE . The truth is, employees at these stores only recommend the supplements they get a commission for. They tell every person who walks through the doors that a particular brand of supplement they’re looking for is “the best in the store” because, to their paycheck, it is. At Myokinetix, we’re breaking the traditional health care mold, and that includes the supplements we recommend. We’re not here to sell you something to make a buck; we’re here to help you become the healthier person you want to be. That’s why we’ve affiliated with Thorne Supplements, and we’ve chosen to partner with them because we completely trust their formulation. Thorne is an NSF Certified manufacturing facility with the most extensive line of NSF Certified for Sport® nutritional supplement products. Supplements can only bear the “NSF Certified for Sport®” label if NSF tests every batch of product the manufacturer makes — not the manufacturer, but NSF! — to ensure there is zero presence of more than 200 substances banned by the U.S. Anti-Doping Our Favorite NSF Certified Supplement ELEVATE YOUR CODY’S FUN FACT
When most people think of anxiety, they likely have negative connotations tied to it. Many make the assumption that anxiety will always lead to panic attacks and fears of major change, but just about anything can generate feelings of anxiety, and not all of them are harmful. However, if your anxiety stops you from doing something, it can hinder you almost every day. THE WORLD ISN’T ENDING 3 Strategies to Reduce Anxiety
In honor of May being National Anxiety Month, here are three ways to reduce your anxiety.
DAILY EXERCISE Physical activity can increase your self-confidence, improve your mood, help you relax, and lower anxiety symptoms. You don’t have to do anything significant — you can go for a walk, take a hike, conduct at- home workouts, go to the gym for at least 30 minutes, or participate in yoga and Pilates. MEDITATE Sometimes, taking a step back, focusing on your breathing, and letting your thoughts flow in one ear and out the other can help you put things in perspective. JAMA Internal Medicine published an article stating that practicing mindfulness can help ease feelings of anxiety, depression, and pain. You can meditate by following a guided meditation or silently sitting in a quiet area and breathing slowly. While meditating will be challenging at first, it will become easier with practice.
FACE ANXIETY HEAD-ON
Many people try to avoid anything that could make them feel
anxious. While this method may make you feel short- term comfort, it can cause you to be more anxious about specific scenarios. The best strategy to overcome anxiety is to
Dr. Jen's favorite color is pink!
face it head-on. Although it will be uncomfortable and challenging, don’t
let it stop you! The more you put yourself out there, the less anxious you’ll feel. You’re stronger than you give yourself credit for!
Please contact your health care provider if you’re worried about the anxious feelings you
-Cody
get. They can assist you with identifying your triggers, why anxiety is occurring, and methods you can use to reduce your symptoms.
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Picks EVOLUTION
Myokinetix is for everyone, and we mean it when we say that. It's not just a place for injured athletes but where people in our community can come together and work on becoming their best selves. This includes those who keep our community safe, like firefighter Ryan McPherson. A FIREFIGHTER'S ROAD TO RECOVERY How Ryan McPherson Beat Tendinitis
WHEY PROTEIN Consuming protein with every meal is crucial as it is essential for muscle repair, maintenance, and satiation (feeling full). But sometimes, getting the proper amount of protein is hard if you’re busy. That’s why we recommend whey protein as a quick and efficient supplement anyone can use to accomplish their goals, no matter how busy life gets. If you want to try creatine or whey protein to reach your goals, you can order them through us. Plus, when you buy through Myokinetix, your first order will be 30% off. Just scan the QR code above!
Agency and the World Anti- Doping Agency.
And while Thorne makes many incredible supplements, we want to highlight the two we love the most: creatine and whey protein. CREATINE Creatine is the most researched supplement globally, and its benefits can help more than just athletes. Everyone’s body naturally produces creatine and uses it to help maintain cell efficiency in the brain, heart, and muscles. This makes creatine an excellent supplement for anyone who is looking to help their body perform at its highest level, both mentally and physically.
Before becoming a firefighter, Ryan was a multi- sport athlete and a hall of famer at his high school and college. Then, after graduating
college and playing basketball with the Harlem Globetrotters for a while, he decided to change things up. Two of Ryan's uncles were firefighters, and they suggested that Ryan consider taking the fire test. So, after some consideration, Ryan did, and passed with flying colors.
Now, nine years later, Ryan helps keep our community safe daily by putting his life and body on the line. The gear a firefighter wears
can weigh over 45 pounds, and the constant running and jumping a firefighter goes through can strain their muscles, ligaments, and joints.
After a few years of firefighting, Ryan developed tendinitis in his knee. To help with the healing process, Ryan got a platelet-rich plasma shot, or PRP shot. These shots help accelerate the healing of damaged joints but work best when paired with therapy. However, after receiving the shot, Ryan's fire department participated in a softball tournament, and Ryan decided to play. After the softball game, Ryan's knee was so swollen and sore that he couldn't even kneel down or put pressure on his knee, which is an essential part of his job. "I couldn't even put my knee on the ground, and I knew I couldn't have that with firefighting, too," he said. "I want to stay young and be able to move with all my gear on through fires; I knew something had to change." That's when a mutual friend recommended Ryan stop by Myokinetix. Since then, Ryan has been our client, rehabbing his knee back to full health and maintaining his body's health with regular acupuncture.
Looking for a healthy stir-fry that has all of the delicious flavors and none of the heavy ingredients? This one might be perfect for you! GINGER PORK STIR-FRY
INGREDIENTS:
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1 tbsp cornstarch 1 cup orange juice 2 tbsp soy sauce
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1 small onion, sliced 1/4 lb fresh snow peas 1/2 sweet red pepper, julienned
2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 tsp ground ginger 1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into thin strips
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Cooked rice
Green onion, chopped (optional) Sesame seeds (optional)
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2 tbsp canola oil
"Acupuncture mixed with treatment and the one-on-one experience is great. I feel great now!"
DIRECTIONS:
1. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch, orange juice, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger until smooth; set aside. 2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, stir-fry pork in oil until lightly browned, about 4–5 minutes. Remove pork and add onion, peas, and red pepper. Cook until crisp-tender, about 3–5 minutes. 3. Stir in orange juice mixture and pork. Bring to a boil, and then cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve over rice. Garnish with green onion and sesame seeds, if desired.
We're so happy to have helped Ryan recover from his injury, and we're honored to grow alongside him by helping his body recover after his long shifts through acupuncture.
Ryan, thank you for keeping our community safe and being an incredible part of the Myokinetix family!
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3 HOTELS TO VISIT FOR A GREAT NIGHT’S SLEEP
PARK HYATT NEW YORK (NYC): This hotel features a "Sleep Suite" designed by Bryte, a company that uses AI to facilitate sleep. The room touts an intuitive "Restorative Bed," which adjusts to relieve pressure points and controls climate temperature throughout the night, according to each person’s needs. This suite also includes an array of soothing essential oils, a diffuser, and books about sleep.
If you've ever planned a vacation, you’ve probably picked a few key places to visit, like a museum, restaurant, or historic site. However, a new vacation trend is becoming increasingly popular: sleep tourism, where a traveler plans their entire vacation to get the best quality sleep during their time away.
Before, common goals for vacations were to eat delicious foods, stay up late to see the sights, and fit in as much activity as possible. However, this left travelers completely exhausted. And as our culture continues to understand how important sleep is to our health, more people are prioritizing rest even while they’re away. But being a sleep tourist is about more than going to bed early and ensuring you get your recommended eight hours of rest. It's about building your vacation around sleep. Some hotels even offer rooms tailored to sleep tourists, with amenities so popular that their sleep options have become regular offerings. So, if sleep tourism sounds like something you'd be interested in, here are three hotels that help you catch those z's.
THE CADOGAN, A BELMOND HOTEL (LONDON): This hotel offers a "sleep concierge," which boasts prerecorded sleep
meditations and a pillow selection menu for every type of sleeper. Sleepers can even benefit from the hotel’s weighted blankets, scented pillow mist service, and their proprietary sleep tea.
ZEDWELL (LONDON): The first ever "sleep-centric" hotel, Zedwell uses recycled materials to insulate every door, wall, and floor from sound. This hotel also purifies the air within the hotel and fills every space with ambient lighting.
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