Tape for Runners: Prevent Injuries & Boost Recovery

tape for runners

Does running tape work? Yes, but it really depends on how you use it and what you expect from it. Kinesio tape for runners is one of those tools athletes either swear by or quickly move on from, and really, it’s worth the try. Kinesiology tape is flexible, affordable, and easy to wear during training […]

Knee Pain from Workout: Causes, Recovery & Prevention Tips

The knee is one of the most complex joints in the body. We rely on it for running, squatting, jumping, cutting, and even walking downstairs. Is knee discomfort after exercise really a normal thing? Sometimes it is just part of training stress. Other times, knee pain from a workout is your body asking for attention. […]

Resting Heart Rate: Key to Fitness, Recovery & Performance

What Are The Benefits of Speed and Agility Training for Athletes?

You’ll often hear that a normal resting heart rate falls between 60 and 100 beats per minute. That’s true, but it’s only the starting point. If you’re healthy and active, being closer to the lower end of that range is usually a good sign. In trained athletes, resting heart rate numbers commonly sit between 40 […]

PERFORMANCE COACH

Heather Berglund

Heather Berglund is a certified personal trainer and yoga instructor with over a decade of coaching experience. A former Division I soccer player at Utah State University, she understands firsthand what it takes to compete and perform at a high level. Heather specializes in youth athletic development, combining strength, speed, and confidence-building in a supportive and empowering environment. She continues to advance her education through coursework with Universal Speed Rating and Overtime Athletes, staying at the forefront of speed and agility training to help young athletes thrive—both on and off the field.

Performance Coach

Kyle Blendinger

A former standout collegiate baseball player, Kyle Blendinger brings high-level playing and coaching experience to the training floor. Drafted in 2017, Kyle was a four-year varsity starter at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and competed in the College World Series in 2018. He holds a degree in Exercise and Sport Science with a minor in Coaching and spent three years coaching at the collegiate level before transitioning into full-time performance training. Now in his fourth year as a trainer, Kyle has worked with several MLB players and numerous collegiate athletes. His approach blends firsthand athletic experience with science-based training and nutrition strategies to help athletes perform at their peak.