Summer Must-Knows for Athletes
Summer training brings intensity—but also increased risk. Heat illnesses like heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke can come on fast, especially during midday practices or intense conditioning. Nausea, dizziness, confusion, excessive sweating (or no sweating), and rapid pulse can all indicate trouble.
Prevention starts with preparation:
- Hydrate early and often—before, during, and after activity
- Avoid peak heat hours—train early morning or later in the evening
- Wear breathable clothing and use shade or cooling towels when available
- Gradually build intensity to help the body acclimate
- Don’t ignore symptoms—rest and seek medical attention if needed
Parents, coaches, and teammates should all know the red flags and have a plan for quick cooling and emergency response. At our clinic, we work with local schools and teams to ensure athletes are prepared and protected. If you have questions about safe summer training reach out to our Sports Medicine team today.
Provider Spotlight
Brett Brolliar, RN, BSN
Nursing Supervisor, Musculoskeletal Services
Brett Brolliar brings over a decade of orthopedic nursing experience to his role as Nursing Supervisor, where he leads with both clinical expertise and contagious optimism. Specializing in supporting patients facing the most difficult recoveries—physically and emotionally—Brett is known for his unique ability to lift spirits while delivering exceptional care. Whether it’s a long post-op rehab or a tough day after surgery, Brett is the cheerleader every patient didn’t know they needed.
Beyond managing complex care plans, he believes in the power of encouragement and connection to drive healing. His team often hears him say, “We treat bones, but we heal people,” a reflection of his whole-person approach to care. With his trademark positivity and unwavering advocacy, Brett has built a clinic culture rooted in teamwork, resilience, and hope.
Brett was born in Tahoe Forest Hospital and takes great pride in serving the community in his current role. Brett is married to Kelsey Brolliar, who also works at Tahoe Forest as well as a Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner. Brett and Kelsey couldn’t be happier about raising their two children, Desa (7) and Rio (4), in this wonderful community.
Contact info
Tahoe Forest Sports Medicine & Therapy Services
10710 Donner Pass Road, 2nd floor, Truckee, CA 96161
Tahoe Forest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
10051 Lake Avenue, Suite 3, Truckee, CA 96161
(530) 587-7461 | tfhd.com/orthopedics
Incline Orthopedics & Sports Medicine
880 Alder Ave, 2nd Floor, Incline Village, NV 89451
Featured Therapy
Step Into Comfort: Schedule Your Orthotic Assessment Today!
Ready to move better, feel better, and step with confidence? Our expert team is here to help you find the perfect fit for your feet.
What’s the process?
Start with a Referral to our skilled Physical Therapy team for a full Orthotic Fitting & Gait Analysis. Call us at (530) 587-1062 with questions.
Your appointment includes
- Gait & running analysis: We check your feet in both weight-bearing and non-weight-bearing positions. Using high-tech Dartfish 2D software, we analyze how you walk and run to find what your feet are really up to.
- Lower extremity exam: From hips to toes, we ensure everything is working together.
- Orthotic fitting in subtalar joint (STJ) neutral: This is where the magic begins.
Custom orthotics
- 3D foot scan in a non-weight-bearing position
- Fully tailored fit using personalized adjustments like wedges, pads, and more!
Semi-Custom Orthotics
- Heat-molded in a semi-weight bearing STJ neutral position
- Extrinsic posting allows tweaks to match your unique stride.
Modifications to prefabricated insoles
- Got insoles already? We can fine-tune them with minor adjustments to improve your comfort and support.
Injury Prevention Corner
Running Smarter: Preventing Summer Running Injuries
Running in the summer heat can push your body in new ways—and not always in a good way. Whether you’re training for a race or just trying to stay active, injuries like shin splints, plantar fasciitis, stress fractures, and heat-related cramps are more common this time of year.
Smart strategies can keep you on the road and out of the clinic:
- Warm up and cool down properly to reduce strain on muscles and tendons
- Listen to your body—pain is a warning, not a challenge
- Rotate shoes and replace them regularly to maintain proper support
- Run on softer surfaces like trails or tracks when possible
- Hydrate and fuel to support longer runs in warmer weather
Here are some injury prevention exercises that may help keep you running.
The HURT! App
Tahoe Forest Orthopedics & Sports Medicine has partnered with the HURT! app to connect you to an orthopedic and sports medicine expert within minutes, day or night.
- Message securely about the injury
- Receive advice and determine next steps
- Avoid unnecessary trips to the ER
Learn more about the HURT! App.
