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Upcoming Phase IV Athlete Events
Jake Ellenberger
UFC 189
July 11, Las Vegas
Myles Jury
***Postponed Due to Injury***
Check back for updates on this fight
Joe Warren
Bantamweight Title Fight
September - Date TBA
World Wrestling Championships
Greco-Roman, Freestyle, and Women's Divisions
September 8-12, Las Vegas
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Phase IV Student
Fitness Academy
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Laying the foundation for athletic achievement in student athletes for over three decades.
**NEW START TIME**
Every Tuesday & Thursday
afternoon from 3:30 - 5:00pm
Phase IV Student Fitness Academy was created to bring 30 years of experience in training elite Olympic and Professional athletes to the student athletes of our community.
"With the right exercise program, puberty offers a once in a lifetime opportunity to make the most dramatic and long lasting bodily changes" Robert Forster, Physical Therapist, Founder and CEO Phase IV Scientific Health and Performance Center. Read More
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Personal Fitness with PT
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BUILD STRENGTH, FITNESS, AND INJURY RESILIENCE
If you are undergoing Physical Therapy rehabilitation, looking to build athletic or sport-specific strength and fitness to improve performance, or hoping to steer clear of the setbacks of injury, Phase IV's Personal Fitness with Physical Therapy program has you covered!
* Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m.
* Mondays from 3 to 5 p.m.
* Wednesdays and Fridays from 1 to 5 p.m.
* Periodized strength programs developed by and executed in the hands of experienced Physical Therapists
* Scientifically verified progressions to train all modes of strength
* Individualized workouts that maximize health and fitness and minimize risk of injury
* Develop joint stability, strength, power, and endurance for a sport, hobby, or life
* Malleable to your personal objectives
* Builds on Forster Physical Therapy's rehabilitation methods in the hands of the same Physical Therapists
If Forster Physical Therapy is your body's college education, Phase IV's Personal Fitness with PT is its Ph.D. program.
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Phase IV in the News
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Watch as phase IV athlete, Bellator Bantam Weight world champion, Joe Warren, discusses his conditioning leading up to primary events. Watch the video here.
How skiers are using physical therapy to rehabilitate and prevent injuries, as well as supplement their ski training. With Robert Forster, PT. Read the article here.
On Bended Knee
The Source spoke with Forster PT's Amy Tran, DPT, on rehabilitating basketball-related ACL injuries; her advice to undertake consistent physical therapy before and after surgery applies to ACL injuries from any sport, as well as daily life activities.
Muscleandbodymag.com spoke with Robert Forster, PT, about recovery methods such as the Rumble Roller and low-intensity active recovery. Read the full article here.
Watch Robert Forster, PT, and Dr. Bruce Hensel on the NBC newscast discussing Hip Impingement Syndrome which effects many people including Alex Rodriguez, Lady Gaga and many young ladies and how it can be corrected and prevented. Phase IV athlete Joe Warren and his team faced off against the Renzo Gracie Academy in Madison Square Garden on December 1, 2013, as a host of MMA fighters returned to their wrestling roots.
Robert Forster, PT, and Dr. Ivan Huergo discuss periodization training to maximize performance and minimize the risk of injury. Listen here. Phase IV MMA fighter Joe Warren returns to his wrestling roots in Grapple in the Garden 2013. Watch highlights here.
UFC fighter and Phase IV Athlete Scott Jorgensen talks about how Phase IV has helped his career with science - Read More Robert Forster, PT, discusses prevention and treatment of youth concussion syndrome on NBC4 Southern California News with Dr. Bruce Hensel, Chief Health, Medical and Science Correspondent. An article with Robert Forster, PT, featured in TIME Magazine's Healthland
What you don't know may hurt you.
Learn the calf raise variation to train the neglected muscles in the lower leg.
Sick of Squats? 15 Workout Upgrades That'll Get Better Results - an article from www.ivillage.com featuring Robert Forster, PT.
Watch Robert Forster as he is interviewed on NBC by Dr. Bruce Hensel on training Olympic athletes.
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KCRW's Warren Olney interviews Robert Forster from the London Olympics on "Which Way LA"
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Listen to Robert's interview on the radio show, Dr. Fitness & Fat Guy, on the Sirius Radio Network. Robert discusses training elite athletes and his Olympic experiences.
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"Countdown to better habits, What physical therapists want you to know - and do" featuring Robert Forster, PT - February 29, 2012|By Danielle Braff, Special to Tribune Newspapers.
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Phase IV Women's Weight Training Class
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**NEW START TIME**
5:00 PM TUES & THURS
BE A BETTER "BUTTER BURNER!"
If you are looking to increase your metabolism and strength while getting lean and toned, and who isn't, you need to weight train! Lean muscle burns more calories so if you want to decrease body fat, perform better, train for an event or just look & feel great, this class is for you!!!
About the Class:
- A Weight Training class for Women of all ages and abilities
- Each class will consist of a total body workout designed to increase muscular strength and speed up your metabolism
- The class will follow our Phase IV fitness progression developed by Phase IV Founder and CEO, Robert Forster PT, who has over 30 years experience working with female athletes of all abilities.
- It's a fun, energetic, group workout with fantastic music alongside other like-minded women (NO MEN) that will alleviate stress and leave you feeling great
- Class is designed to train your body properly through scientific principles, so you don't have to do any thinking....Just SHOW UP and HAVE FUN!
Why Weight Training:
- To increase your resting metabolism, decrease blood pressure & body fat
- Reduce bone deterioration and build bone mass to prevent osteoporosis
- Weight training done properly and with planning will NOT give you large muscles, but increase your metabolism which burns more calories and transforms your body into an efficient machine with the tone that we all strive to attain!
Join Lorna Richardson, Trainer
every Tuesday & Thursday -
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm here at Phase IV
Give us a call at 310.582.8212 or email us at info@phase-iv.net
Ask about special 10-pack rates!
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Forster Physical Therapy
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427 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Forster Physical Therapy has been chosen as "The Best Physical Therapy clinic in Los Angeles!" for good reason:
- We have a 30 year history of helping people overcome physical problems and achieve their goal to live an active lifestyle.
- Featuring a compassionate Professional Staff with over 115 years of collective experience.
Services Include:
- Rehabilitation programs for all Spinal Conditions
- Sports PT
- Post Surgical Care
- Joint Replacement Rehab
- Shoulder, Knee & Running Injuries
- Water Exercise Therapy
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Message from the CEO
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| | While Jessica Penne did not steal the Strawweight Championship Belt from Joanna Jedrzejczyk, she showed an amazing amount of skill and refused to quit, qualities which will serve her well in her fighting career moving forward. |
Jessica Penne Earns Respect in Her Bid for the Title
Jessica Penne is not the UFC strawweight champion of the world. She lost her challenge fight against the reigning champion Joanna Jedrzejczyk in Berlin on Saturday. Despite the one sided nature of the fight; Jessica earned a great deal of respect in the world of Mixed Martial Arts, even while losing.
Joanna is now 10-0 in the Ultimate Fighting Championship and a former kick boxing world champion. She may be the best striker in all of MMA, man or woman. Her sharp and accurate striking proved to be too much for Jessica, who suffered a large laceration on her nose in the second round. As she bled profusely, when most fighters would have crumbled, Jessica continued to show fierce bravely and tremendous amounts of heart in an attempt to execute her pre-fight game plan, to no avail.
On paper, Jessica's judo, wrestling, and jujitsu skills would have brought the champion to the ground and nullified her superior striking skills. From there, Jessica would find a submission hold to cause Joanna to " tap out" and surrender the World Championship Title and the belt.
Read More . . .
Phase IV will help you achieve your health and performance goals with the power of science. Call (310)582-8212, click, or e-mail us today to set up your complementary health and fitness consultation.
>> Read each week's CEO Message here
At Phase IV we are continuously working to update our services and information to better inform our communities. Check out our newsletter and let us know your feedback. - info@phase-iv.net - 310.582.8212
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Feature Article
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Harper Wins Track and Field Nationals for Spot on WC Team
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| | Dawn Harper Uses her training with Bob Kersee and the help of Forster Physical Therapy and Phase IV to harness her power into performing at her peak level. She focuses on only herself and the race she is running. She does not let herself become distracted by the other athletes, ensuring every race she runs is her personal best. |
Dawn Harper won the 100-meter hurdles final at the USA Track and Field National Championships on Saturday, earning her a spot on the US team, which will compete at the World Championships in Beijing, China this August.
Her trip to Beijing will certainly seem familiar. The last time she competed at the famous "The Bird's Nest" Olympic Stadium in 2008, she walked out with Olympic Gold.
However, her journey to the 2008 Olympic games wasn't an easy one. Dawn suffered an injury that required surgery right before the outdoor season of the Olympic year got underway. After rehabbing at Forster Physical Therapy and Phase IV, she was once again fit to run, but she had no sponsor (the injury had scared off the sponsors). With a loaned pair of running spikes from her World Champion teammate, Michele Perry, and a masterfully coached season by her long time coach, Bob Kersee, four months later she stood atop the Olympic podium with gold around her neck.
The 2008 Olympic final was challenging as well. Dawn lined up for the Olympic 100 meter hurdles final with the heavily favored Lolo Jones just a few lanes away. Jones was so heavily favored that most athletes would have been focused on second place. But not Bob Kersee's athletes, they are trained to run their own race.
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Find your inner athlete with a free Phase IV Health and Performance Consultation. Call (310)582-8212, click, or email info@phase-iv.net today, and begin the journey to be the best you can be.
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Give us a call at 310.582.8212 or email us at info@phase-iv.net to find out more about our affordable services or to book a Free Consultation with one of our expert Exercise Physiologists.
We're looking forward to working with YOU!
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Training Corner
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Proper Hydration Yields Better Performance
Summer is here and the heat is getting turned up in Southern California. For cyclists and runners this means dehydration and more serious conditions like heat stroke and hyponatremia. Hyponatremia is a decreased concentration of sodium in the blood, which can lead to serious physiological conditions. Avoid hyponatremia or water intoxication (a very dangerous condition) by taking in fluids with electrolytes during hyper hydration efforts. It is also important to take extra care to maintain healthy fluid and electrolyte levels to prevent heat stroke and muscle cramping.
Beyond Thirst
Thirst is a good signal that it's time to get a drink. But if you wait till you're thirsty while exercising, you've waited too long. Thirst is the first sign of dehydration.
Why Do I Need Electrolytes?
Electrolytes help maintain proper fluid balance as well as muscle and nerve functioning. The most commonly measured electrolytes are sodium, potassium, chloride, and bicarbonate. We lose electrolytes when we sweat. Also, too much plain water will flush these out of your system. Maintaining a healthy balance of electrolytes in the body is critical. Using sports products like electrolyte tablets in your water bottle will ensure proper electrolyte replacement. A pound of sweat contains between 400-700 mg. of sodium. As always, how much sodium you lose is individual to you. As you become acclimated to the heat, your body will become more sweat-efficient and you will lose less sodium. What is the danger? As you become sodium depleted (or hyponatremic), you will not absorb fluids as efficiently in the stomach and the result will be muscle cramps and fatigue.
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For more information about hydration and nutrition, as well as how to create a sustainable training program, call (310)582-8212, click, or e-mail us today to set up your complementary Health and Performance consultation.
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Press Room
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Serving Up Some Physical Therapy
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| | Crucial to Pete Sampras' continued career was his rehabilitation with Robert Forster, PT. Forster has also helped prolong the life of the bodies of athletes such as another tennis great, Maria Sharapova. |
When tennis superstar Pete Sampras won the 2000 Wimbledon championship, one of the people he made sure to thank was his physical therapist Robert Forster, PT. It was Forster who treated the tennis great's several injuries, helping him garner the strength to make it back on the courts when many in the sport thought he should simply retire.
"I was treating recreational tennis players when George Fareed, the Davis Cup doctor, referred Pete Sampras to me," said Forster, who has practiced sports physical therapy in Santa Monica, California, as owner of Forster Physical Therapy Clinic for more than 20 years. "I began working with Sampras on some minor injuries. He had hurt his disc in 1999 at the U.S. Open, and there was a long rehabilitation. People doubted he could ever come back, and I made my mark in tennis because he came back and won his 13th Grand Slam [event]. I continued treating him the last years of his career."
After his success with Sampras, Forster was asked to work as a physical therapist for the tennis tournament in Los Angeles (currently called the Countrywide Classic), and subsequently other tennis players came calling for his private services.
The next was Maria Sharapova, who came to see Forster for a chronic overuse injury to her right pectoral muscle. During one match in 2005, Sharapova complained that she felt pain in the muscle when she struck her shots, and the harder she hit the more painful it became. Eventually she was forced to withdraw from the match.
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Don't let an old injury keep you from enjoying races, morning runs, or attaining fitness goals. In the first part of Healthy Running Step by Step, authors Robert Forster, PT and Roy M. Wallack recommend the best training based on your fitness goals, including strength training, cross training, sprints, yoga, and plenty of rest. Part two goes a step further from other books by addressing the most modern methods of treatment -- including current studies on the amount of rest required, new and controversial surgical operations and injections, the newest and most effective gear, and barefoot/minimalist running as a form of healing. If you are recovering from an injury or want to prevent becoming injured in the first place, Healthy Running Step by Step is a must-have guide.
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| Phase IV Athlete Testimonials |
Phase IV Scientific Health and Performance Center and Forster Physical Therapy work with people of all ages and abilities - helping them reach their full genetic potential and achieve injury-free peak performance. We strive to help everyone accomplish their health and fitness goals, regardless of how far away they may seem. We have helped thousands of athletes meet or beat their goals, and nothing is more rewarding to our team of Exercise Physiologists and Physical Therapists than seeing someone's goals realized.Here are what some of our clients have to say about their experience at Phase IV and Forster Physical Therapy:-
"I had this crazy dream of completing a marathon and quickly into my training; I realized I would need help with making this dream a reality. Today, as a marathon finisher, I cannot thank you enough for all the support in making sure my body was ready to hit the pavement for 26.2 miles and cross the finish line injury free. At mile 21, the middle of a long, curved hill, I found myself looking over and seeing runners dropping like flies with cramped quads, aching calves, and tightened hamstrings. While I may have said these words through tears, I said aloud 'Thank you Ron and thank you Forster Physical Therapy.' If it were not for your expertise, commitment to your patients, and passion for making people feel better than when they walked in, I would have been the person at mile 21 needing the medic. Thank you again for helping me make my dream a reality - completing a marathon injury-free!"
-Whitney Gaglio
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"After a tough beginning to the cross-country season - full of injuries and health issues, Marina, my 15-year-old daughter, needed someone to put her back together. We were referred to Phase IV and after the initial evaluation, the staff provided Marina with a program that was easy to follow and fit into her high school track schedule. Marina's program included diet, strengthening, stretching, and form. Marina learned to use her heart rate as a guide for her training and ultimately ran injury-free in the 1600m, 800m, and 4X400 relay. She not only ran her personal best in track but also is leaving track healthy and looking forward to being the newly appointed cross-country team captain in the Fall."
- Lisa MacDonald - Mother of Marina Praet, 15, Phase IV Athlete and Success Story
Are you a Phase IV success story? Submit your testimonial for a chance to be featured in an upcoming newsletter.
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| Phase IV Athlete Accomplishments |
Phase IV Scientific Health and Performance Center works with professional athletes, laypersons, and everyone in between. Old or young, experienced or novice, Phase IV's methodical application of scientific training principles covers the gamut of sport-specific or endurance training, gym- or home-based functional strength programs, nutrition, and weight loss. Our science is based on the combined efforts of physical therapists, exercise physiologists, and nutritionists who go to work for you. We have helped thousands of athletes meet or beat their goals without injury and in prime condition. Here are highlights of what just some of our athletes, backed by Phase IV and Forster Physical Therapy, have achieved throughout this year. - Blossom Sato: 2014 Ocean League Player of the Year; 2014 All-CIF, Santa Monica High School Girls Volleyball
- Dawn Harper-Nelson: 2014 National Champion, 100m hurdles with new world-record time, 12.55 seconds; June 28, 2014
- Maddy Tung: 2014 Junior National Champion, 53kg folkstyle wrestling; March 30, 2014
- Rick Betts: 2014 National Champion, Mixed Doubles Racquetball; February 15, 2014
- Micheline Aubuchon & Giulia McDonnell: 2013 CIF Doubles Tennis Champions, Southern Section
- Diane Reynolds: 2013 Road Runners Club of America State Champion, Grandmaster, California
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| Phase IV Partners |
ADDADAY
Forster Physical Therapy has partnered with The Addaday Company, the national leader inself-massage and recovery products, to create the Forster P.T. edition of self-massage tools. Available in running specialty stores across the nation, and also at www.addaday.com. Come into Forster Physical Therapy or Phase IV for a free demonstration!
ACCELERADE & ENDUROX R4
Pacific Health Labs provides products to aid you through your training like Accelerade, after your training such as Endurox and great new products for energy and supplements!
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NOW AVAILABLE at PHASE IV!
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