Is Inflammation Bad or Good?
Imagine this scenario for a minute. You’ve just signed up for a running race that happens later in the year and can’t wait to get started training. Today’s training run is supposed to be light and easy. As you are
Tips for a Proper Shoe Fit
To help maintain good foot health and to continue to enjoy the activities we love (like running!), it is essential to wear proper fitting footwear. Below we will go over some very important tips you should follow when shopping for
When Back Pain is Really Something Else
e Back pain can suck the joy out of your days for weeks, months, even years. While back pain can cause debilitating pain at times, it is rarely cause for something more serious. In fact, pain intensity is a poor
Travel Companions
Just because you are headed out on the road doesn’t mean you should let your health routine suffer. Decrease your aches, pains and stiffness by traveling with these 7 lightweight, convenient, space- saving items. Not only will you be more
Increase Your Steps
For those who are looking for different ways to add more steps to their FitBit tracker, or those who are just looking to be a bit more active and mobile and feel healthier, these are for you! If you are
Snow Shoveling Tips
Tips for Snow Shoveling Tip #1 Warm Up. Be sure your muscles are warm before you start shoveling. Cold, tight muscles are more likely to sprain or strain than warm, relaxed muscles A body full of tight inactive muscles and
6 MYTHS About Low Back Pain that May SURPRISE You
MYTH #1 Rest is the Best Thing for Pain Management– Studies have shown managing back pain with movement, such as light stretching, exercising or a short walk to keep you limber, is better than resting a bad back. MYTH #2
Fall Prevention Exercises
REDUCE YOUR RISK OF A FALL WITH JUST 5 EXERCISES Seniors injured from falls is placing a massive cost burden on our health care system. The average medical cost for a senior who falls and breaks a hip and has
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Also known in its short form, IASTM, is a simple yet effective technique that manual therapists use to help their patients. IASTM refers to using a tool to assist with the manual mobilization of muscles
Coaching Pre & Post-Natal Women
I recently had the chance to do a 5 day mini course on “How to get Started on Coaching Pre & Post Natal Clients”, from the wonderful ladies at Girls Gone Strong. The emailed content takes the reader through the