Optimal Performance Center OPC

11/02/2025

Congrats to the runners of The SKIPPO Trail Race held at Castlewood State Park. Thank you Big River Running for putting on the 10K race yesterday and the 20K and 30K today. Attached is a description of the development of the race weekend, which is really neat as to why and when it was created.
After the race Dr. Laiderman and Henry decided to take in the the trails and enjoy the woods.

10/25/2025

Congrats to the racers of the BRR Innsbrook Half Marathon and 10K today. Thank you to all who trusted us with their care. We hope everyone had a safe run and please have a smooth recovery.

10/19/2025

Congrats to all the racers of The Great GO! St. Louis Halloween Race. Thank you Mona once again for welcoming OPC to be at the finish line. We appreciate the opportunity.

10/17/2025

Thank you to everyone for your support and kind words and prayers for Dr Laiderman and his family. As his father-n-law has now joined the heavenly hands of God. Thank you for your patience throughout the last week and as they walk through the funeral arrangements and celebrate his life.

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09/25/2025

Hello All! Dr Laiderman's son, Henry, is participating in his school, Trinity Christian Academy's Fun Run this year on October 18th. In doing so, he is raising donations for his school as they are growing and utilize this run as one of their biggest fundraisers for the year as a private school. If you are able and willing please click the link to make a donation of any amount on your heart. Thank you so much!

https://raceroster.com/events/2025/108972/trinity-christian-academy-5k-and-fun-run/pledge/participant/39547056

09/24/2025

Shanah Tovah!

09/23/2025

Some direction from Dr Luitjohan on:

What Does Running Do for Your Body:
• Running is one of the best ways to improve cardiovascular health. This is because when we run, we distribute oxygen through our bodies with improved blood circulation. An increase in oxygenation is not only good for our hearts but essentially every major organ in the body as well.

• Running is helpful on our bones. Osteopenia and osteoporosis, which are conditions characterized by a decreased and low bone mineral density, can be prevented with the impact of running which helps to lay down new bone tissue and help our bones to become stronger.

• The “runner’s high” we hear about isn’t something you have to run a marathon to achieve. Running as little as 20 minutes releases feel good hormones called endorphins which directly reduce your body’s stress hormone, cortisol.

08/17/2025

Thank you MSE Racing for putting on the 370 Lakeside Triathlon again! All the preparation and training is complete and now ready for the start. Hope everyone has a safe race tomorrow. Stop by the OPC tent to say hello, get stretched out, ask an injury question or any other health question on your mind. Dr Laiderman and Dr Luitjohan will be there to help you be the healthiest You that you want to be.

See you tomorrow.

08/10/2025

We will be there! The ICC Challenge mountain bike race is tomorrow, 8/10/2025! Stop by to get stretched out, ask about pains while riding, how you can meet your next health goal, or simply just to say hello.

See you soon.

06/29/2025

Come see us at the MSE St. Louis Triathlon this morning!

06/28/2025

Dr Luitjohan appreciated the opportunity to participate in the St. Louis Lambert Airport health fair. Providing health information and preventative care tips to all airport employees.

06/16/2025