This time of year, many people are focused on fitness so it’s worth taking a look at what the term fitness really means. The dictionary defines fit as “sound physically and mentally, healthy.” Using that
Heart disease is a leading cause of death and disability. This shouldn’t be a surprise – it’s been at the top of the list for years. You know that taking care of your heart is
Research has shown that positive expectations increase the chances of a good outcome. It’s the old self-fulfilling prophecy; your attitude determines your approach to situations. If you believe you’ll be successful, you’ll likely put in
As one year comes to a close and another begins, people begin to set goals and make resolutions. Losing weight, getting to the gym more often or getting into “better shape” are all common goals.
How much thought have you put into the exercises you’re going to use for your next workout? Did you choose them yourself, or did you find them on the internet or in a magazine? What’s
Physical therapists aren’t just for people that are injured or have had surgery. Physical therapists can also help healthy people improve their fitness and live a Life Without Limits. Here are 5 reasons why you
During the COVID-19 pandemic, activity levels dropped for a lot of people. Between stay at home orders, gym closures and working from home, people became more sedentary. On top of that, there were shortages of
Stay Active & Stay Healthy You know that physical activity is good for you. The benefits are well researched and the list is impressive. Here’s just a sampling: Releases endorphins to make you feel good
Core strength is a foundational component of human performance. A strong core help’s stabilize and protect your body’s spine and vital organs as you perform daily tasks.
Without a strong core, your body is more likely to move, hang, or flex into positions that create problems. Try implementing these 3 exercises to improve your core strength.
Walk into most fitness stores, athletic retailers or gyms, and you’ll see them selling different versions of colorful, cylindrical items of various sizes and thicknesses, all covered in firm, textured foam. The items are called
