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Battling Foot Pain as a Pickleball Player
Written by
Jeremy Bourgeois

Battling Foot Pain as a Pickleball Player

After months of pain and confusion, I finally got answers about a foot injury that just wouldn’t go away. It wasn’t what I expected, and the real cause forced me to look way beyond my feet. This is the story of what I discovered, what I went through, and how I’m working my way back to the court.
Pickleball Injuries Are Real: What Competitive Players Deal With
Written by
Jeremy Bourgeois

Pickleball Injuries Are Real: What Competitive Players Deal With

Think pickleball isn’t a real sport? Tell that to the athletes sidelined with tennis elbow, stress fractures, and chronic foot pain. This blog breaks down the real injuries competitive players face—and how to prevent them so you can stay on the court and off the bench.
Body Bags and Nasty Nelsons: The Dark Arts of Competitive Pickleball
Written by
Jeremy Bourgeois

Body Bags and Nasty Nelsons: The Dark Arts of Competitive Pickleball

Body bag shots and Nasty Nelsons aren’t just chaotic fun—they’re strategic weapons in competitive pickleball. In this blog, I break down why these controversial plays deserve respect, how to use them effectively, and when it’s just plain funny to unleash them.
Pickleball's Paradox: Gateway to Wellness or Obsessive Pursuit?
Written by
Geoff Bourgeois

Pickleball's Paradox: Gateway to Wellness or Obsessive Pursuit?

Pickleball is more than a sport—it’s a growing wellness trend with surprising health, cognitive, and social benefits. But behind the hype lies a hidden risk: obsession, injury, and imbalance. Discover the paradox of pickleball and how to pursue the game without letting it take over your life.