Humans are built to be active animals. Our ancestors were always on the move. They hunted, gathered and packed up their things and moved from place to place on a regular basis. In today’s world, physical movement is a choice. Unfortunately, many of us are choosing not to move our bodies any more than necessary.…
Warming up before exercise is always a good idea. That is, unless your warmup exercises are putting you at risk of injury. This is the case for individuals who do neck rolls. It is not uncommon for people to perform this exercise when warming up or to relive stress in the neck, shoulders and upper…
The past year was unbelievably stressful for people all over the world. Individuals who normally work off their stress at the gym had to find new ways to cope as gyms closed because of the pandemic. Many took to walking, jogging or running, which are all good ways of staying active and relieving stress. The…
This Holiday season may be a little different from those in the past, but it is fairly safe to assume that people will continue the tradition of gift giving. Some of those gifts may be large, some may be heavy and some may be large and heavy. Now is the time to take special notice of…
Articular cartilage is found on the ends of your joint bones. This thin layer of specialized connective tissue has unique viscoelastic properties that allow your joints to function smoothly. It also acts as a cushion for the bones. Synovial fluid bathes these joints and helps the cartilage do its job. When the cartilage begins to…
This December is going to be very different from those of past years. Acknowledging that and making plans to keep things in check will help you have a more enjoyable holiday this year. Realize the Source of Your Discomfort It is entirely possible to suffer from pain and discomfort and have no idea where it…
This year many people have had to ease up on their usual workout routines. There have been many ups and downs when it comes to working out at the gym and exercising the body as you normally would. Those who have not yet resumed their regular course of exercise may find it more challenging to…
The numbers of Americans dealing with back pain on any given day is in the millions. In fact, it is estimated that at least 80% of the population will experience back pain at some point in their lifetime. That is a lot of pain going on. For those who live or work in places with…
There is a big correlation between the foods you eat and your body’s health. Most people will think of food and gaining weight and leave it at that. Certainly, eating too much and eating the wrong types of food will pack on the pounds. Many studies have proven those facts. Studies have also shown that…
The knees are responsible for bearing all your weight, as well as working as a shock absorber when running or playing sports. There are several common knee conditions that share similar symptoms, which is why it is important to seek medical advice if you suffer a knee injury. Fractures Fractures of the knee are common…
