More and more people are incorporating strength training into their exercise routines. Some of the benefits include increasing bone density (thereby reducing the risk of osteoporosis), helping manage or lose weight by increasing metabolism, contributing to better balance and body mechanics, reducing the signs and symptoms of chronic conditions and even sharpening your mental acuity. If you have been meaning …
Should You “Push Through The Pain”?
“You’re fine”. “Pain is your friend”. “Take two aspirin and call me in the morning”. We’ve been hearing it all our lives, in different ways: push through the pain. But is that a good idea? Pain is an indicator that something is amiss. It may indicate overuse, a substitution pattern of muscle activity or poor joint mechanics. Pain can be …
Five Tips On How To Exercise Safely This Summer
It can be challenging to exercise in Central Texas during the summer months. Here are five tips to stay safe while exercising this summer: Be aware of the sun. Use sunscreen and shade your eyes when possible – particularly when participating in water sports. Keep surgical scars safe by applying sunscreen to prevent discoloration of new, fragile skin. Any new …
How To Squeeze In Exercise During Vacation
It’s easy to stop exercising while you are vacationing. Here are some simple ways to keep moving during your next trip: Wear athletic shoes while traveling and sneak in a walk whenever possible. Walk to and from restaurants, around the airport on layover and in quick intervals on breaks when you are waiting on something, such as when you fill …