Runner’s knee, also called patellofemoral pain (PFP), commonly affects many runners every year, and it can quickly turn into a nagging injury if not addressed properly. It is one of the most common diagnoses in sports medicine, and most experts believe that simple “overload” plays an important part in the development of runner’s knee. It…
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For many of us, it feels like there’s a never-ending list of things to keep up with and worry about; whether it’s paying the bills, pleasing a demanding boss, or keeping our kids safe and healthy. But no matter what life throws at you, stressing about it only makes things worse. To reduce your stress…
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Whether you are an athlete, the everyday gym rat, or just someone trying to improve your health, there is a reason to consider using supplemental protein to meet your daily protein requirements. If you have browsed for protein online or visited your local supplement shop, then you have probably found that the number of choices…
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How frequently you should get a massage depends on a few different factors and can differ person to person. Massages have many benefits such as reducing stress, improving health, and making you feel great. However, the number of massages needed is a personal decision that can be based on your physical, emotional and financial needs.…
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Running is one of the most common forms of exercise. Whether you are a marathon runner or just like to casually jog around the block, all you need is your body and a pair of shoes. Either way, incorporating stretches into your running routine will help prevent soreness and running-related injuries. Runners typically will experience…
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You’ve probably heard the term “planking” before—you may or may not have tried it out yourself. This exercise is popping up in homes, yoga studios, and gyms everywhere, but does it work? In this post, we will explore the process of planking, give you tips for successful planking, and take a look at some the…
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Between looming deadlines, demanding bosses, and constant email interruptions, work isn’t the easiest place to practice being mindful — and many people feel like there isn’t time for it in the workday. But these mindfulness practices are so short, and they fit so smoothly into natural breaks, that there’s no reason not to try them…
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Although often used only for relaxation purposes, massage therapy has made quite a name for itself as a respected complementary medical service. Defined as the manual manipulation of soft body tissue and muscle, massage therapy enhances a person’s health and wellbeing through manual techniques which can have an acute effect through pressure, holding and moving…
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Low-carbohydrate dieting is becoming more and more popular in the fitness and health industry. There are many indicators of health that suggest low-carb dieting as being advantageous. There are also many different types of low-carb diets, and choosing which one is best for you may seem difficult. When deciding which low-carb diet is best for…
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Stretching has been proven to have a vast array of benefits in everything from injury prevention, postural correction, and rehabilitation. Whatever the reason, incorporating stretching into your daily routine has numerous advantages. Everyone’s body is built differently. You may notice you are more flexible in some areas than the others (i.e. tight shoulders, but flexible…
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