





Decorah native Livingood headed to London Olympics Part of network of doctors serving USA teams Dr. Blake Livingood



Dr. Blake Livingood, owner and founder of Livingood Family Chiropractic (LFC) in Cary, N.C., will be taking part in the Olympics withouth competing for a medal.



Through partnerships with USA Wrestling, USA Judo and USA Weightlifting, Livingood's chiropractic practice, an official Maximized Living Health Center, will be adjusting Olympic athletes in London this week through Thursday, Aug. 9.



"While we're over there, we'll be taking care of the athletes and providing care for them," Livingood said.



"We went through a full certification program in spinal correction in order to take care of the athletes so it's a very specific type of care that we provide for them, which is also the same type of care we provide for our patients," he said.



When he arrives in London this week, Livingood will focus his efforts on athletes competing in wrestling, judo and weightlifting.



"With these sports specifically there's a lot of neck issues involved, different holds that they do, and the carries and the lifts with the Olympic weight lifters. There's a lot we take care of for their entire spine, lower back and neck," Livingood said.



"These athletes understand that it's all about peak performance. The better aligned their spine is the better their nerves fire, the better they are to perform," he explained.



First Olympics



Livingood has been working with Olympic athletes for the past few years but this will be his first trip to the games. He also works with the national volleyball and Para-Olympic teams.



While winning is a top priority, the goal also is to make a positive impact on the health of the athletes and develop life-long wellbeing that extends beyond their competitive careers, he said.



"It's incredibly exciting to take the true principles of health to the world stage," Livingood said. "The principles we teach help athletes win, but they can also help people in the community achieve the health they've been looking for."







Founder



Maximized Living is transforming the health of hundreds of families in the Cary community by teaching them how to achieve true health and healing through maintaining a healthy nervous system and living a healthy lifestyle, according to Livingood.



Livingood Family Chiropractic specializes in "structural correction chiropractic," where the spine is put back into proper alignment through the combination of chiropractic adjustments and rehab.







Community involvement



As a member of Maximized Living, a chiropractic association most well known for being part of the Wellness Advisory Council to support Olympic governing bodies and their athletes to achieve optimal performance, Livingood not only has the latest training in spinal correction and nutrition information, but also is on the wellness advisory council for the Billion Soul Initiative.



The Billion Soul Initiative consists of more than 200,000 churches, 80 denominations and 500 key leaders representing 80 nations to bring a comprehensive wellness model to under-served churches and communities worldwide.



Livingood is the host of two local radio shows. In addition, he holds wellness workshops, Winning My Race programs for churches and Maximized Living Makeovers at local businesses, churches, schools, and other organizations.



Visit maximizedlivingdrlivingood.com to learn more about the Maximized Living healthcare system. A Decorah native is part of a team of professionals keeping Olympic athletes in top form.Dr. Blake Livingood, owner and founder of Livingood Family Chiropractic (LFC) in Cary, N.C., will be taking part in the Olympics withouth competing for a medal.Through partnerships with USA Wrestling, USA Judo and USA Weightlifting, Livingood's chiropractic practice, an official Maximized Living Health Center, will be adjusting Olympic athletes in London this week through Thursday, Aug. 9."While we're over there, we'll be taking care of the athletes and providing care for them," Livingood said."We went through a full certification program in spinal correction in order to take care of the athletes so it's a very specific type of care that we provide for them, which is also the same type of care we provide for our patients," he said.When he arrives in London this week, Livingood will focus his efforts on athletes competing in wrestling, judo and weightlifting."With these sports specifically there's a lot of neck issues involved, different holds that they do, and the carries and the lifts with the Olympic weight lifters. There's a lot we take care of for their entire spine, lower back and neck," Livingood said."These athletes understand that it's all about peak performance. The better aligned their spine is the better their nerves fire, the better they are to perform," he explained.First OlympicsLivingood has been working with Olympic athletes for the past few years but this will be his first trip to the games. He also works with the national volleyball and Para-Olympic teams.While winning is a top priority, the goal also is to make a positive impact on the health of the athletes and develop life-long wellbeing that extends beyond their competitive careers, he said."It's incredibly exciting to take the true principles of health to the world stage," Livingood said. "The principles we teach help athletes win, but they can also help people in the community achieve the health they've been looking for."FounderMaximized Living is transforming the health of hundreds of families in the Cary community by teaching them how to achieve true health and healing through maintaining a healthy nervous system and living a healthy lifestyle, according to Livingood.Livingood Family Chiropractic specializes in "structural correction chiropractic," where the spine is put back into proper alignment through the combination of chiropractic adjustments and rehab.Community involvementAs a member of Maximized Living, a chiropractic association most well known for being part of the Wellness Advisory Council to support Olympic governing bodies and their athletes to achieve optimal performance, Livingood not only has the latest training in spinal correction and nutrition information, but also is on the wellness advisory council for the Billion Soul Initiative.The Billion Soul Initiative consists of more than 200,000 churches, 80 denominations and 500 key leaders representing 80 nations to bring a comprehensive wellness model to under-served churches and communities worldwide.Livingood is the host of two local radio shows. In addition, he holds wellness workshops, Winning My Race programs for churches and Maximized Living Makeovers at local businesses, churches, schools, and other organizations.Visit maximizedlivingdrlivingood.com to learn more about the Maximized Living healthcare system. X