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CORE Sports Medicine & Lifestyle Medicine

At CORE, we focus on treating acute and chronic injuries, optimizing recovery, restoring functional movement and preventing future injury.

Our goal is to empower patients to achieve long-term health and peak physical performance.

04/22/2026

🚶‍♂️Kick off May the right way — Walk With a Doc is BACK! 👟

Join us for our first walk of the month and start May on your feet! 🌿
📅 Friday, May 1st, 2026
🕛 12:00 – 1:00 PM
📍 Community Park South Princeton (parking lot between John Street & Race Street, near the dog park!)

Come stroll at your own pace, pick up real health tips from local healthcare providers, and meet amazing people in your community. Whether you’re 8 or 80, a seasoned walker or just getting started, you belong here! 👨‍⚕️👩‍🦽

Dogs and strollers are welcome too! 🐕 👶

✅ FREE to attend
✅ All ages and abilities welcome
✅ Leashed dogs welcome
✅ No registration required, just show up!

Don’t let May pass you by without doing something great for your health. This is the perfect way to spend your lunch hour! 🌞

💬 Questions? Reach us at info@coresportsmedicine.com or (908) 617-1140

04/21/2026

Thank you so much, J.V., for sharing your experience. This kind of feedback genuinely makes my day. 🙏 Excited for you to continue crushing your workouts and enjoy day to day life with less pain!

As a sports medicine physician, I work with patients dealing with everything from acute injuries and chronic pain to performance and lifestyle concerns.

What I’ve found over the years is that most people wait far too long before seeking care, often because they’re unsure if what they’re experiencing is “worth” a visit.
The short answer is, if it’s affecting your quality of life, it’s worth addressing.

Sports medicine isn’t just for elite athletes. It’s for anyone who wants to move better, recover smarter, and stay active for the long haul. My approach focuses on accurate diagnosis, individualized treatment, and getting you back to whatever it is you love doing, as efficiently as possible. ⭐

If you have a question about an injury or want to explore your options, I’d love to help.
📍 Schedule a visit at www.coresportsmedicine.com

04/20/2026

Myth vs. reality. Hype vs. evidence. Trends vs. what actually works. ✅

This past Saturday I had the pleasure of speaking to the community on nutrition beyond the trends — and we got into the real stuff.

Here’s a snapshot of what we covered:

🥩 Protein Intake — Most people are under-eating protein, especially if they’re active or trying to build/maintain muscle. We talked realistic targets and how to actually hit them.

⏱️ Intermittent Fasting & Diet Trends — Popular ≠ proven. We broke down what the evidence actually says about IF, keto, and other trending approaches — and who (if anyone) they might work for.

💊 Supplements & Hydration — What’s worth it, what’s mostly marketing, and the basics that most people overlook before reaching for a pill or powder.

💪 Fueling for Performance & Longevity — How nutrition directly impacts muscle recovery, injury resilience, tissue healing, and long-term metabolic health.

We left with realistic goals and a clear action plan — not another list of things to cut out.

That’s the kind of conversation I’m here for. Thank you to everyone who came, asked questions, and kept the conversation going. This is exactly why I love doing what I do.

👉 Follow for more real-talk on performance nutrition, injury prevention & lifestyle medicine.

04/16/2026

April’s Walk With A Doc did not disappoint. ☀️

Good people, fresh air, and Kristin guiding us through resistance band strength sets with a country music background — this is the kind of wellness that actually sticks.

The sunshine was a bonus and the weather incredible, but the conversation was the real medicine. 💬

Grateful for and for continuing to show up and make this community something worth being part of.

Whether you’re a regular or still thinking about joining us — this is your sign. We walk, we talk, we grow. See you at our next walk! 🚶‍♀️

04/14/2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Testimonial Tuesday!

J.M., thank you so much for sharing your experience. It is truly my honor to walk alongside each of my patients on their wellness journey.

At CORE, my goal has always been simple: to meet you where you are and build a plan around your goals — not a generic protocol. Whether you’re an elite athlete or simply want to feel stronger in your everyday life, you deserve care that’s as unique as you are.

Your goals are valid. Your concerns deserve clarity. And your accomplishments? They’re closer than you think. From injury to accomplishment — that’s the CORE promise.

If you’re ready to take that first step toward performance and wellness, I’d love to connect with you! 👇
📍visit www.coresportsmedicine.com

04/10/2026

❓FAQ FRIDAY: Is creatine safe?

Let’s clear this up!

Creatine is one of the most researched supplements out there — and for most healthy adults, it’s safe, effective, and worth considering.

Here’s what the evidence actually shows:

✅ Improves strength, power, and exercise performance
✅ Supports muscle recovery and training consistency
✅ Safe for long-term use in healthy individuals
✅ Does NOT harm your kidneys if you don’t have existing disease
✅ Emerging benefits for brain health and healthy aging

💧 How to take it (simple and effective):
→ 3–5g daily
→ Take it consistently (timing doesn’t matter much)
→ Mix with water, a shake, or juice
→ Stay well hydrated
→ Skip the loading phase — not necessary

🩺 Talk to your doctor first if:
→ You have kidney or liver conditions
→ You take regular medications
→ You’re pregnant or breastfeeding
→ You’re under 18

Creatine isn’t hype — it’s one of the few supplements backed by real science. When used correctly, it can support performance, recovery, and long-term health.

💬 Got a supplement question? Drop it below.

04/08/2026

5-Minute Reset After Travel ✈️🚗

Undo stiffness from long drives, flights, and time out of routine.

Focus: Core activation + posture + mobility
Time: 5 minutes
Equipment: Bodyweight or light band

1.⁠ ⁠Dead Bug (Core Reset)

How:
On your back, arms + legs in tabletop
Press low back into the ground
Alternate opposite arm/leg, slow and controlled

Why: Re-engages deep core (TVA) after prolonged sitting

Modify: Heel taps or arms only
Advance: Add band or lower legs closer to ground
Dosage: 8–10/side

2.⁠ ⁠Banded Pull-Aparts (Posture Reset)

How:
Band at shoulder height
Pull apart, squeeze shoulder blades
Control return

Why: Counters rounded, forward posture

Modify: Lighter band / smaller range
Advance: Slow tempo or vary angles (overhead/diagonal)
Dosage: 12–15 reps

3.⁠ ⁠Reverse Plank Hold (Open + Activate)

How:
Hands + heels down, face up
Lift hips, open chest
Maintain a straight line

Why: Opens anterior chain, activates posterior chain

Modify: Bent knees (tabletop)
Advance: Single leg lifts or marching
Dosage: 20–30 sec

Structure (5 minutes)

Move continuously through all 3 exercises
→ Repeat for 2–3 rounds

04/07/2026

Testimonial Tuesday 🤩

This is what sports medicine should feel like.

Clear communication. Coordination with your care team. A plan that actually makes sense for your body, your goals, and your recovery.

Injuries aren’t just about one joint or one diagnosis, they’re about how everything works together. My job is to connect the dots, guide you through the process, and make sure you’re never guessing what comes next.

Thank you, S.T., for your kind words. Grateful to be part of your healing process and looking forward to seeing you out hiking and exploring again!

04/06/2026

🩺🚶 Walk Your Way to Better Health with CORE!

We’re back for another — and we’d love for YOU to join us!

📅 Date: Wednesday, April 15
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Community Park South, parking lot between John Street and Race Street, near the dog park

Walk with a Doc brings together community members and healthcare professionals for a simple but powerful experience: walking together and talking health. Whether you have questions for your local sports & lifestyle medicine doc or just want to enjoy a midday stroll with great company, this walk is for you.

🌟 No registration required
🌟 Open to all ages & fitness levels
🌟 Completely FREE

Bring a friend, bring your questions, and bring your walking shoes! See you there 👟🌞

04/01/2026

Are you spending money on organic produce in all the wrong places?

One of the most common questions I hear from patients, from competitive athletes to everyday active adults, is whether buying organic actually matters. My answer: it depends on what you’re buying.

The Environmental Working Group just released their 2026 Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce, and this year’s findings are worth paying attention to. About 75% of conventionally grown produce samples contained pesticide residues, and for the first time, the report found that over 60% of Dirty Dozen samples contain pesticides that are also “forever chemicals” known as PFAS.

For my patients, this matters beyond general health. If you’re actively working to optimize recovery, reduce inflammation, and support your hormonal health, the cumulative pesticide burden on your system is worth considering. These chemicals have been associated with hormonal disruption, metabolic dysfunction, and immune system interference, all of which work against your body’s ability to perform and heal.

Here’s what I want you to take away from this, though: you don’t have to buy everything organic. That’s the whole point of these lists.

The goal is always more produce, not less. But smarter choices at the grocery store are a simple, low-effort lever to reduce your toxic load and support your body’s ability to perform, recover, and stay well for the long haul.

Save this one for your next grocery run. 🛒

03/30/2026

Last Wednesday morning, I had the opportunity to speak at .fit.now for their Coffee & Conversation — and it was one of those mornings that truly reminds me why I love what I do.

We dove deep into something I’m truly passionate about: nutrition as medicine for recovery. Whether you’re healing from surgery, managing inflammation, or trying to rebuild strength after a procedure, what you eat in those critical weeks can either accelerate your healing or quietly slow it down.

The turnout was incredible, the questions were thoughtful, and it was a great reminder of why community-based education matters so much. People want to take an active role in their health — and that energy is everything.

🔗 Link in bio to learn more or schedule a visit.

03/27/2026

Most people don’t realize there’s a different way to do this.

Direct specialty care means your doctor — not an insurance company — decides how long your visit is, what treatment you get, and how your recovery is managed.

At CORE, that means:
🚫 No prior authorizations standing between you and the care you need
⚡ Same or next-day access when something goes wrong
⏱️ Visits as long as your situation actually requires — not a 10-minute slot
🎯 A treatment plan built around your goals, not a billing code
🤝 One physician guiding your care from start to finish

In sports and lifestyle medicine, the doctor-patient relationship is the treatment. Getting you back to moving, competing, and living well takes real time, real conversation, and a care model built around you — not the system.

Direct specialty care means more time, more access, and care that actually fits your life.

Swipe to see how it works 👉

📩 info@coresportsmedicine.com
📞 (908) 617-1140

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83 Princeton Avenue, Suite 1D
Hopewell, NJ
08525

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.coresportsmedicine.com/

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