Previously, we discussed mobility exercises and the importance of improving mobility. Now it’s time to kick it up a notch! This time around, we’re diving into some progressions that’ll take your flexibility and movement to the next level. In this article, we’ll cover: Shoulder mobility exercises Neck mobility exercises Ankle mobility exercises Hip mobility exercises […]
As Spring rolls in, so do some pesky foot issues – like plantar fasciitis. While it doesn’t just happen in the Spring, this time of year tends to ramp up outdoor fun and switch up our shoe game. Whether you’re out for a stroll, knee-deep in gardening, or are back to running or hiking outdoors, […]
We all know the importance of exercise in our lives. Exercise keeps our body, soul, and brain, healthy. And now you can relieve stress with exercise without ever leaving your home. In fact, adults who exercise regularly have lower rates of getting any kind of mental illness. Different types of exercise, like breathing techniques and […]
Add Physical Therapy To Your 2024 Health Plan The new year is upon us and it’s time to kick off our health and fitness resolutions with a plan that includes Physical Therapy. Why include PT? As physical therapists, we are uniquely qualified to evaluate physical changes in your body that could potentially lead to pain […]
Winter Exercise Guide The urge to “hibernate” in winter is strong, even for the busiest of us. However, you are better off staying in shape than struggling to catch up come spring. Winter exercise benefits more than just physical fitness, it is also a powerful antidote for the winter blues. Your options for winter workouts […]
Exercise Your Way to Better Sleep Do you have trouble falling asleep at night? Do you wake up in the middle of the night and find yourself unable to get back to sleep? You are not alone. More than one-third of adults in the United States report either trouble falling asleep or daytime drowsiness. Not […]
To stretch or not to stretch? Since the 1970s, everyone from Little League coaches to professional trainers has promoted the benefits of stretching as a warm-up before exercise. But, how important is stretching before exercise? Recent research has produced evidence that static stretching before exercise does nothing to prevent injury. In fact, it may be […]
Let’s face it: coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, heart surgery, and heart attack are all scary words. But, here’s why you should take exercising to heart. Research shows that a balanced, individualized, supervised exercise program can prevent and speed up recovery from heart disease. The important words here are balanced, individualized and supervised, because […]
Whether your children play soccer or football, being in shape prior to the season can help to prevent injuries while maximizing their game. Although it may seem that some sports are safer than others, the most important thing is to get your children prepared. For instance, youth football is often weight and age-matched, which can […]
While many surgeons say no to resuming a running program after a total hip replacement, others say you can do so depending on the bone quality and the prosthetic materials used to replace the worn hip joint. In surgery, the damaged cartilage and bone are removed and replaced with metal, plastic or ceramic joint surfaces. […]
