Winter in Northeast Ohio doesn’t have to mean slowing down. At Chardon Performance Therapy , we work with driven, active people who don’t sit still just because the temperature drops. Our running expert, Courtney, is a great example—she continues to train outdoors throughout the winter. And when she’s not logging miles, she’s out cross-country skiing with her son, Miles. Staying active in the cold isn’t about being extreme. It’s about staying consistent. Running in the Snow:

The start of a new year often comes with a loud message: do more, be better, go harder—now. New workouts. New diets. New routines. All at once.

Student athletes face unique pressures both on and off the field. Between schoolwork, practices, games, and social expectations, the weight of performance can feel overwhelming. Two common challenges we see in young athletes are perfectionism and low self-esteem — and both can quietly affect mental health, motivation, and even injury risk.