Field Notes

Direct, clinical writing from Dante Dorris on training, recovery, and the science of building athletes who hold up.

Repair6 min read

Hydration Is the Recovery Variable Everyone Skips — Here's What It Changes

Dante Dorris (CPT, LMT) on why hydration quietly decides how well you train, how your tissue responds to bodywork, and how fast you recover — especially in Los Angeles heat.

September 6, 2026
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Build6 min read

Static vs. Dynamic vs. Assisted Stretching: What Actually Improves Range of Motion

Not all stretching does the same job. Dante Dorris (CPT, LMT) breaks down when static, dynamic, and assisted stretching each work — and why most athletes are doing the right stretch at the wrong time.

August 23, 2026
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Authority7 min read

What Sports Medicine Actually Means for the Everyday Athlete in Los Angeles

Sports medicine isn't just for pros. Dante Dorris (CPT, LMT) explains how the sports medicine team works, where training and bodywork fit in, and when to see a physician first.

August 9, 2026
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Authority6 min read

How to Find the Right Trainer in Los Angeles (Without Getting Burned)

LA has more personal trainers per capita than any city in America. The gap between the top 5% and the bottom half is huge — and the marketing doesn't help you tell them apart. Here's how.

July 26, 2026
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Mark5 min read

Cupping Mark Colors Decoded: What Every Shade Actually Means

The marks left after a cupping session are diagnostic information. Here's what every color from pink to purple-black is actually telling you about the tissue underneath.

July 12, 2026
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Full Cycle6 min read

Self-Care for Executives Who Train Hard: A Weekly Framework

The client I see most isn't a pro athlete. It's an executive who trains hard four days a week and then stares at a screen for 55 more hours. Here's the framework that keeps that combination from breaking you.

June 28, 2026
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Build4 min read

Prehab vs Physical Therapy: When to Book Which

Simple distinction most athletes get wrong. PT treats the injury after it happens. Prehab prevents it from happening. Here's how to know which one you actually need.

June 14, 2026
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Repair5 min read

The 48-Hour Recovery Window: What Elite Athletes Do Different

The 48 hours after a hard session is where the difference between good and elite gets built. Not in the session — after it. Here's the exact routine.

May 31, 2026
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Repair6 min read

Sports Massage vs Deep Tissue: What Actually Changes the Tissue

The two terms get used interchangeably. They shouldn't. Deep tissue is a technique. Sports massage is a strategy. Here's what actually separates them — and how to book the right one.

May 17, 2026
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Authority5 min read

The LA Standard: Why Training in Los Angeles Demands a Different Recovery Plan

Year-round outdoor training, driving-heavy commutes, and the always-on culture stack specific stressors on LA-based athletes. Here's what recovery actually needs to look like.

May 3, 2026
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Mark4 min read

Does Cupping Hurt? An Honest Answer from an LMT Who Uses It Daily

Direct, clinical answer to the question every new client asks: does cupping hurt? From Dante Dorris, Licensed Massage Therapist in Los Angeles.

April 26, 2026
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Repair5 min read

What Your DOMS Is Actually Telling You (And Why Rest Isn't Always the Answer)

DOMS is information, not a verdict. Here's how to read it and what to do about it — from a Licensed Massage Therapist who works with elite athletes.

April 19, 2026
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Build6 min read

The 12-Minute Prehab Protocol Every Athlete Needs Before Training

The exact 12-minute prehabilitation sequence Dante Dorris (CPT, LMT) runs with every athlete before they touch a weight.

April 12, 2026
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