As athletes and fitness enthusiasts, you're always on the lookout for ways to improve your performance, recovery, and overall well-being. One supplement that has gained significant attention in recent years is CBD, or cannabidiol. But the question remains: Is CBD...

Are you an athlete looking for ways to ramp up your workout routine? Look no further, since today we're diving into the exciting world of resistance training. Resistance training, also known as strength or weight training, is an essential part...

Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a dedicated gym-rat, stress is something that affects us all. It's important to acknowledge that stress is a natural part of life, but when left unchecked, it can wreak havoc on our health, performance,...

We all know that pain is an inevitable part of the game when you're pushing your body to the limits. But did you know that physical therapy can be a game-changer when it comes to managing physical discomfort and preventing...

Stress is an unavoidable part of life, and athletes are no exception. Whether you're a professional athlete or just someone who enjoys staying active, stress can negatively impact your performance and overall well-being. Thankfully, incorporating light exercises into your daily...

Welcome back, dear readers! Today, we are diving into the fascinating world of cannabinoids, natural compounds that have taken the health and wellness industry by storm. In recent years, the use of cannabinoids, particularly in the form of CBD (cannabidiol)...

Congratulations! You've just completed an intense workout, pushing your body to its limits, and breaking through barriers. You're on your way to a stronger, healthier body. But, as an athlete, you know that work doesn't stop after the last rep...

Hey there, tennis enthusiasts! Today, we're going to discuss a common issue many tennis players face: tennis elbow. Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is a painful condition that occurs when the tendons in your elbow are overused, typically from repetitive...

As an athlete, you're no stranger to aches and pains, especially when it comes to your shoulders. Pushing your body to the limit can often lead to discomfort and injury. That's where kinesiology tape comes in. This innovative and versatile...

Athletes and fitness enthusiasts are constantly seeking ways to enhance their performance, reduce recovery time, and alleviate pain. As the popularity of CBD (cannabidiol) continues to soar, many fitness enthusiasts are turning to this natural remedy for its numerous benefits....

What do you think is responsible for the aroma, color, flavor, and taste of hemp? Is it chlorophyll? The soil it is grown in? Perhaps it's a watering or irrigation process? If you guessed any of the above, you are...

Have you ever tried to slam a revolving door?  Become a surgeon?  Learn Mandarin?  Win an argument with someone of questionable intelligence over the internet? The common thread between all of these daunting tasks is their shared difficulty level, which...

D’OH!  AGH!  SH*T!  Ouch! Sound familiar? If it does, then there’s an extremely good chance you’re either a golfer, or you know one personally. If you happen to be a passive onlooker, you might assume that the steady stream of...

To what lengths would you go to treat a nagging (seemingly chronic?)  ailment? Would you use holistic medicine? Pay a small fortune? Cross state lines? Navigate a sketchy dirt road for a late-night visit to a garage owned by some...

Based on a true story.  Those five words carry a lot of weight. When any film or show starts with that phrase, you clench that popcorn bucket a little tighter knowing some wild stuff is about to go down. While...

There is nothing like a massage. From Thai to Swedish to deep tissue – there’s an option for everyone. To be honest, part of the reason I work out is so I can have an excuse to get a massage....

“Move. Listen. Never halt movement, as that could halt the heartbeat.” Michael Wirth, a rising young star in the backcountry skiing and ultrarunning world, is on the move. He just completed Colorado’s Elks Traverse, a 60-mile mountain run across seven...

Dr. Peter Grinspoon, MDInstructor, Harvard Medical SchoolClinical Physician, Mass General Hospital It's no secret that many gamers use Adderall as a performance enhancer. As someone who is fourteen years in recovery from an addiction to prescription opioids, I am literally the...

Jeff ThinnesCEO, SummaForte So recently I’ve been telling my friends that I'm launching a company promoting health, wellness, and high performance for gamers, traditional athletes, and others. They get it, but looking for more they then ask “so what’s new about...

Jeff ThinnesCEO, SummaForte Recently the International Olympic Committee announced that they will integrate esports into the 2024 Olympics in Paris. This generated some trash talking, mostly from people who have not played esports -- probably the children of parents who a generation ago...

Professor Andrea Holmes, PhD  Member of SummaForte Advisory Committee  Founder/Director of the Cannabis Studies Department, Doane University Amanda McKinney, M.D.Board Member, American College of Lifestyle Medicine  Keep a Healthy Eye on Your Game! While screen time is an inescapable part life, it...

Jeff ThinnesCEO, SummaForte  Don’t play yourself into an injury-caused early retirement!  The days of “healthy performance” as an oxymoron are over.  Did you know that within a 7-month period the Gaming community saw two international heroes retire their controllers due to physical injuries, stress and anxiety. In June 2020...

Dr. Peter Grinspoon, M.D.   Member of SummaForte Advisory Committee  Primary Care Physician, Massachusetts General Hospital  Instructor, Harvard Medical School   Over 160 million Americans play video games – about half the population. It is mostly adults who game. According to a recent survey, only one-fifth...