Dr. Karla Wolford- EHP Performance

Dr. Karla Wolford- EHP Performance Dr. Karla is a specialist in Sports Medicine. She enjoys helping people restore their bodies from i Dr. Karla Wolford hails from Barnesville, Minnesota.

She graduated magna cm laude from Concordia College in Moorhead with majors in biology and exercise physiology. Dr. Karla also holds a master's degree in sports science and rehabilitation from Missouri's Logan University. She obtained her Doctorate of Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic West. Dr. Karla's career choice was greatly influenced by her own experience with chiropractic car

e as a high school and college athlete. Dr. Karla continues to participate in a wide variety of sports throughout the year and has worked with the medical staff at major athletic events across the United States. She currently works as the Sports Chiropractor with USA Beach Volleyball and USA Track and Field.

Week 30Does your liver need a detox? I have been getting this alot of questions on this lately and I have a good respon...
08/11/2025

Week 30
Does your liver need a detox? I have been getting this alot of questions on this lately and I have a good response for it. And if you are curious about yourself, I will send you the questionnaire so you can find out.

Even if you don’t drink, every part of the environmental toxins are processed through your liver. From processed and artificial foods, to poor fragrances, to things we absorb through our skin to the plastics that we eat and to the radiation from our devices, our liver takes a hit.

When the liver is bogged down, you may not have elevated liver enzymes on a normal blood test. Blood tests are wonderful and awesoem and are definitely needed… but what if you aren’t feeling well but there is “nothing” wrong with your lab work. Let’s take a little deeper look.

The detox I recommend for many people (only if they fit the criteria) is the Nutridyn 10 or 28 day detox. Yes, there are shakes and supplements (just think of it like your vitamins on steroids) and also a food elimination diet that will challenge most people, but the outcomes are amazing. And sometimes doing a detox from time to time can be just the thing you need to hit the REBOOT button. I’m about half way through the 28 day. I think I have done this one 3-4 times now and every time has been hard but every time has been so WORTH IT!
If you are curious today, or ever, just email ehpsportsmedicine@gmail.com and let us know your name and DOB and we will email you over the questionnaire and get back to you with your outcome and some suggestions if you should or shouldn’t proceed with a liver detox.

Week 29As I approach six years of sobriety, I can honestly say I don’t regret this decision at all. I thought I’d really...
08/08/2025

Week 29
As I approach six years of sobriety, I can honestly say I don’t regret this decision at all. I thought I’d really miss alcohol, but I don’t. We all have our personal reasons for choosing or being forced into sobriety, and while long-term alcohol effects are widely known, the short-term impacts might surprise you—even if you don’t drink often.
Even moderate drinking can cause short-term harm. Heavy alcohol consumption puts stress on the liver, leads to dehydration, irritates the gastrointestinal system, and affects cognitive function. The liver prioritizes alcohol metabolism, disrupting nutrient breakdown and possibly contributing to fatty liver, insulin resistance, and nutrient deficiencies. Alcohol also impairs memory, motor function, and judgment, increasing accident risk. Additionally, alcohol raises heart rate and blood pressure, which can be dangerous, especially for those with heart conditions. In extreme cases, alcohol poisoning is life-threatening.
I challenge you to set a goal to go without this toxin. If you’re a daily drinker, try a week. If you drink less often, aim for a month. And if you’ve been sober for a while, encourage someone to join you.
Remember, addiction isn’t something people can simply stop—it's far more complex than that. But this post isn’t long enough to dive into that topic!

Resources:
Ethanol Toxicity
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK557381/
Current View on the Mechanisms of Alcohol-Mediated Toxicity
https://www.mdpi.com/1422-0067/22/18/9686
Effects of Alcohol Consumption on Various Systems of the Human Body: A Systematic Review
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9637453/

August Muscle of the Month: Latissimus Dorsi“The ‘wing’ muscles that power every pull-up and paddle stroke.” Action : • ...
08/02/2025

August Muscle of the Month:

Latissimus Dorsi

“The ‘wing’ muscles that power every pull-up and paddle stroke.”

Action :
• Shoulder extension, adduction & internal rotation
• Assists trunk rotation

Importance :
• Prime mover in pulling sports (rowing, climbing, swimming)
• Adds torso stability via its link to the thoracolumbar fascia

Special note: Weak lats often show up as compensations in overhead lifts—add eccentric band rows to fire them up.

Creatine is a safe and effective natural supplement that can level up your performance and recovery. Mix in a scoop with...
07/30/2025

Creatine is a safe and effective natural supplement that can level up your performance and recovery. Mix in a scoop with your morning coffee, protein, or any beverage. It doesn't affect taste or texture. We have NutriDyn Creatine in stock at EHP.

Save on shockwave treatment packages through member appreciation week August 11-16th.Email ehpsportsmedicine@gmail.com t...
07/25/2025

Save on shockwave treatment packages through member appreciation week August 11-16th.
Email ehpsportsmedicine@gmail.com to book.

Week 28-Produce your own food, choose local, choose organic (I know we already did this way back when).Disclaimer- I don...
07/21/2025

Week 28-
Produce your own food, choose local, choose organic (I know we already did this way back when).

Disclaimer- I don’t really have much of a clue on how to grow most of these things and they turn out for the most part. Life is about learning and I’m here for it. Just trying to give my family healthier things for our bodies ❤️

So, I challenge each and every one of you to produce something you eat on your own. It likely won’t sustain yourself and your family for the entire year, but it will allow you to take pride in growing your own food and what it takes to do so. That might mean it is your favorite herb, puting in a new “bush” that produces something around yoru house… or getting chickens. =0
But I’m actually serious. You don’t have to go as far as we have (it has taken us years to morph to doing this) and I have no idea how it will be keeping chickens alive in the winter but we are going to do our best and can’t wait for these things to produce some eggs for us!
And if you already missed the planting season it’s your time to hit up some local farmer’s markets and buy local. Fresh produce (literally picked and put out for sale) is going to be way better tasting and likely more nutritious because they didn’t have to spray anything on it to ripen as it was picked earlier than necessary to get it shipped. You WILL taste the difference. Supporting local also helps you keep money in your local economy. Owning a small business right now is rough… really rough. Help those who help fuel your community and give them your business at the local markets. You will also find different seasonal foods that you can give a try. Maybe try something new!
Do your best to grow or buy things that are organic… I’m not going to re-hash all the reasons why we dont’ want chemicals on our food (reference week 9)

This is what we grow around our house. We didn’t start here… but this is where we are at now 😊

If anyone wants to learn how to can food or do massive applesauce production just reach out… it goes down the first couple weeks in September

Somehow I fell behind in my weeks so I’m trying to get on track!

Week 27I stink. Yep, I have been foregoing deodorant whenever I can get away with it for a couple years now. =)When I l...
07/20/2025

Week 27
I stink. Yep, I have been foregoing deodorant whenever I can get away with it for a couple years now. =)
When I looked a few years back there were not many great alternatives or healthy options for the underarm stick… BUT there are now.
Things you want to avoid in your deodorant:
1. Aluminum Compounds (commonly named Aluminum zirconium, Aluminum chlorohydrate) are used in a antiperspirants to block sweat glands which is linked to hormone disruption and possible neurological risks and some mixed research on breast tissue accumulatoin.
2. Parabens (commonly named Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben) These preservatives that mimic estrogen and are linked to hormone disruption and breast cancer concerns.
3. Phthalates (comonly named Fragrance” or “Parfum”) These help scents stick to the skin, but are known endocrine disruptors linked to reproductive issues and developmental problems.
4. Fragrance / Parfum is a catch-all term that may include hundreds of chemicals, some of which can be allergens, hormone disruptors, or carcinogens. Always look for “fragrance-free” or “essential oils only.”
5. Triclosan- These are antibacterial agent that can disrupt thyroid hormones, contribute to antibiotic resistance, and may affect gut health.
6. Propylene Glycol is a A petroleum-based chemical that can cause skin irritation and sensitivities, especially at high concentrations.

7. Talc (if not certified asbestos-free) Can be contaminated with asbestos, a known carcinogen.
8. Silicones (common form is Dimethicone) are not toxic per se, but can clog pores and trap bacteria, leading to irritation.
9. PEGs (Polyethylene Glycols) may be contaminated with 1,4-dioxane, a possible carcinogen.
10. BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) is a preservative and stabilizer that can act as a hormone disruptor.

What to Look for Instead
Baking soda (if not sensitive) or magnesium for odor control

Arrowroot powder or cornstarch or tapioca starch for moisture absorption

Essential oils for scent (lavender, tea tree, eucalyptus, etc.)

Coconut oil, shea butter, beeswax for natural moisturizing

Zinc oxide or clay for antibacterial support

Amazon link for products trialed - in bio

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