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As I write this I am entering my 7th week on crutches after recovering from a major surgery for a rotational osteotomy (it’s a long story, but you can read more about it HERE.) The 5-hour surgery resulted in a broken femur with a rod in my leg and screws in my hip and above [...]
Stretching is a process of muscle and soft tissue elongation that helps to create a supple and limber body as well as promote relaxation and an overall sense of well-being. But, did you know the importance of stretching for helping to relieve chronic pain? A regular stretching program can help alleviate muscle tension that can [...]
The Importance of Stretching The importance of stretching is something I admittedly have not emphasized enough when writing about fitness over the years. And, because I have always been very flexible (thanks to my dance/ gymnastics and cheerleading days) I didn’t always spend a whole lot of time incorporating a stretching program into my own [...]
I had hip surgery a few years back for femoral acetabular impingement and a labral tear and after the surgery I was very limited on the type of exercise I could do. I was unable to put any weight on the operated leg for over 8 weeks and even after that my surgeon really only [...]
The video below features Volume 2 of the “More than Core” home circuit training workout. . Like Volume 1, this “More than Core” workout incorporates compound movements that engage the core muscles of the hips, back and abdomen into every single exercise. However, unlike Volume 1, which was done standing, this workout is primarily [...]
The video below features a “More than Core” home circuit training workout incorporating compound movements that engage the core muscles of the hips, back and abdomen into every single exercise. Unlike traditional lying-down core exercises, this workout is done from a standing position, thus targeting the muscles from a different angle. And, because the workout [...]
Time crunched? No time for the gym? But still want to squeeze in some fitness? Believe it or not, is all it takes to get an amazing workout. Even though you are lying on the ground your heart rate will increase and you’ll work just about every major muscle in your body, especially your core! [...]
Is Your Workout Not Working? Try Adding Pilates Mat Exercises When it comes to fitness I’m always willing to try something new…not only do I think new workouts help keep fitness exciting and keep you out of a rut but I know that constantly challenging your muscles with new exercises is one of the very [...]
I was reminded yesterday in my office how significantly ten small pounds can affect a person’s sense of health, well-being, fitness, and self-esteem while I was discussing surgical options with one of my many very overweight patients considering weight loss surgery. She had perhaps 80 pounds to lose, far fewer than most of my patients. [...]
I know most people turn to cardio to burn fat but I’m not really a huge fan of doing zone-out cardio workouts such as walking, jogging, biking, swimming, elliptical training, etc. where you just sort of put your body through the motions and tune out mentally. While I do think zone-out cardio workouts serve a [...]
Video Step by Step Yoga Relaxation Breathing Techniques Yesterday I posted an article and video interview with my friend, yoga instructor Niki G., discussing relaxation techniques for stress and anxiety. Niki and I also talked about how yoga is helpful for numerous health problems (including weight loss, high blood pressure, multiple sclerosis, etc.) Mounting [...]
Yoga Tree Pose Yoga Relaxation Breathing Techniques Improve Overall Health As 2010 winds to an end I think just about everyone can use some relaxation techniques for stress. I absolutely love the holidays, but they also totally stress me out. I’ll be honest; staying calm and relaxed isn’t something I’m known for being all that great [...]
I’m a big fan of at-home fitness simply because having a few good workout routines at home, right at your fingertips— that you can do whenever you want—are the ones you’ll most likely actually do, especially if you don’t have to get dressed and schlep to the gym. Since I’m really into [...]
Go to “Any Gym USA” and you’ll see the same scene over and over: TONS of cardio equipment with TONS of people huffing and puffing to nowhere on treadmills, stationary bikes, elliptical trainers, etc. Why are they all doing this? Most of them will tell you it’s because they are trying to lose weight…or maintain [...]
What is a Great Body? Everyone has a different definition of what makes a great body. My definition is pretty simple. A great body is one you feel good walking around in (your muscles aren’t tight, you aren’t in pain, you feel strong, etc.) as well as a body that can actually DO stuff! If [...]
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