Shed Those Extra Holiday Pounds The holidays are here once again, with all their edible temptations that we can barely resist. “This year I’ll do better!” While we always encourage our patients to ‘live a little’, the truth is that most of us feel an urgent need to get back on the horse after the […]
Gifts for Fitness-Minded Friends This Holiday Season, getting the perfect gift can be quite the challenge, especially if the recipient is involved in fitness activities. Let’s face it: gym attire and workout equipment can be hard to buy for someone other than ourselves. What do they like to wear? How much weight can they lift? […]
Add Variety To Your Fitness For exercise to be effective, it must become a regular habit. But precisely because it is a habit, you may easily fall into the trap of doing only one type of exercise. Follow The Science Recent research suggests that our overall health, as well as physical fitness, can be improved […]
Stay Fit During Holiday Travels While many people worry about staying fit and healthy during the holidays, doing so can be particularly challenging if you are traveling. On the road, most of us eat our meals in restaurants or at hotel buffets. That, combined with a break from your usual fitness routine and a tendency […]
If you travel frequently, you’ve probably felt the pain and stiffness that come with extended periods of sitting down in a car or airplane. Traveling can be a harsh reminder that the spine was not designed for long hours of sitting. Too often, the hours spent in a plane or car can result in an […]
Did you know, according to the CDC, one in every three adults 65 and older suffers a fall each year in the United States, making Fall Prevention Programs critical for long-term health. Let’s face it: the numbers are staggering. As we age, it appears that there is a direct link between the gradual loss of […]
With summer coming to an end and the need for school supplies and backpacks returning, here are a few tips to keep in mind when shopping with your child. Continue below for backpack safety tips to make sure your kids don’t have any unnecessary back pain this year. Size Should Not Extend Above Shoulders Rest […]
We all know that nutrition and exercise are important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, but sleep is often overlooked. As kids get ready to go back to school and our daily schedules get more demanding, how much sleep do we actually need to stay healthy? According to research, it depends on your age. The National […]
Make an Ergonomically Friendly School Space The good news is that kids have the same needs as adults, just in smaller sizes. To make an ergonomic school space for your child, you will want to make sure their: Feet are flat on the floor or resting a footrest Wrists and hands don’t rest on sharp […]
Just the thought of taking a long walk barefoot on a sandy beach is enough to make most people let out a daydreaming sigh. It’s no secret that walking barefoot on sand has its appeal, but did you know that it also has health benefits? Here are a few reasons why you should disconnect and […]
