Absolute: The Art and Science of Human Performance
Dr. Michael Chivers, John Quint, Paul LeducAbsolute is a space full of actionable information related to the management of any athlete as an adaptable system.
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Why we palpate flexor carpi ulnaris before we ever ask about the UCL—and how that one finding writes the entire program.
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Sports Specialist Chiropractor, Athlete Consultant with a special interest in the art and science of human performance
Neuromuscular Therapist & Strength Coach. Trained at Westside Barbell, treating Louie Simmons and his athletes. I write on conjugate as strategy—not system—and blocking as a special strength.
Paul holds a Bachelor of Social Sciences degree from the University of Ottawa as well as a diploma in Massage Therapy from the International Academy of Applied Health. He maintains a private practice at Okanagan Sports Therapy in Kelowna, BC.
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