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Are You Squatting Correctly? Find Out the Proper Form!
Squats are a common way to tone the legs and glutes while simultaneously toning the arms with added weights. There are some common rumors that float around about squats – “they’re bad for the knees,” “doing too many will create too much bulk,” “the weights are hard on the wrists,” etc. However, it is time we put these rumors to rest.
When performed correctly, squats are completely safe and they can provide some of the best physical results.
Read full blogYou Can Shed Those Extra Pounds with Interval Training
We Can Help You Reach Your Weight Goals!
Exercising at a constant rate will not produce the same results as interval training. Many people work out for an hour or more every day, several days a week, with little to show for it. While interval training has been around for a while, it has recently gained popularity as a way to reach weight loss goals and lose those extra pounds.
The following information explains what interval training is, why it works, and how you can incorporate it into your favorite exercise routine.
Read full blogHerniated Discs Can Be a Real Pain in the Back – Are You Living with One?
If you’ve been experiencing back pain, it just may be a herniated disc. A herniated disc can put extra pressure on the muscles and nerves around the spinal column.
Symptoms may include pain on one side of the body, pain that radiates to the arms or legs, aching, burning sensations in the affected area, and pain with certain movements.
How will physical therapy help my herniated disc?
Physical therapy plays a critical role in recovering from a herniated disc.
Read full blogCould Your Shoulder Impingement be a Result of Poor Posture?
Discover How Postural Improvement Could Relieve Your Impingement Discomfort
The shoulder is a unique part of the body, as it is composed of three bones: the humerus (arm bone), the scapula (shoulder blade), and the clavicle (collarbone).
Rather than being “wrapped” in tendon and muscle like other bones in the body, these three bones are connected by a rotator cuff, which is a group of muscles and tendons. The bursa is a lubricating sac located at the top of your arm bone that allows the rotator cuff to move freely when you move your arm.
Read full blogGet Back to the Sport You Love with Physical Therapy Treatments!
Did you know that according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, over 2 million high school athletes suffer from sports-related injuries annually? Additionally, 3.5 million kids under the age of 14 also receive treatment for sports-related injuries annually. This doesn’t even include the number of adult athletes that get injured from a sport.
Whatever age you are, or level of physical ability you may have, physical therapy can help you in enhancing the healing process of a sports injury.
Read full blogThe Importance of High-Quality Protein – and How it Can Benefit You
Protein is a necessary nutrient for maintaining high levels of physical function. If you’re a dedicated athlete, a weekend warrior, or someone who is simply trying to become more active, your protein intake plays a key role in your physical performance. There are many factors of high-quality protein that can benefit you in ways you may not have even considered!
How can I add high-quality protein into my diet?
There are several complete proteins that contain desired levels of amino acids, biological value, and digestible value.
Read full blogBoost Your Energy and Alleviate Pain With These 4 Easy Tips!
Do you constantly find yourself feeling tired throughout the day? Sluggish? Achy? Fatigued? If so, this is probably your body’s way of telling you that something is off. Perhaps you sit too much during your commute or throughout the day, without getting up to stretch and exercise. Perhaps you’re eating too much inflammatory food or not drinking enough water. Whatever the case may be, if you are constantly feeling physically or mentally drained, it is a good idea to make some healthy changes.
Read full blogHave You Been Stretching? If Not, These 5 Reasons Will Make You Want to Start!
Some people think that stretching is an unnecessary part of exercising. The truth is that stretching is a necessary component of exercise and is important for your overall health and wellness.
In fact, according to physical therapists, stretching is an important part of one’s daily routine – whether you’re exercising or not.
What are the different types of stretching?
Stretching involves stretching connective tissue, a muscle, or a tendon.
Read full blogNot a Fan of Cardio? No Worries! These 3 Tips Will Help You Get Moving
We all know that cardio takes time. In fact, one of the most common complaints we hear from patients who come to us for physical therapy exercises is that there simply isn’t enough time in their busy days to complete cardio workouts. Other times, whether there’s a time constraint or not, many people report a lack of self-motivation simply because they can’t stand the thought of doing cardio.
Luckily, a physical therapist can help you incorporate cardio into your exercise routine in ways that you may actually find fun – or, at least more bearable.
Read full blogGet More Out of Your Exercises with Blood Flow Restriction
Blood Flow Restriction Can Decrease Recovery Times and Improve Physical Performance Overall!
If you’ve been to the gym recently and noticed someone weightlifting with bands wrapped around their biceps, they’re probably experimenting with Blood Flow Restriction Training BFR.
The goal of BFR Training is to keep arterial blood flowing to certain muscles while preventing venous blood to return. This type of training, also known as occlusion training, entails wrapping, bandaging, or cuffing a leg or arm while exercising.
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