In light of our upcoming seminar regarding strengthening for runners, I wanted to discuss one aspect of running mechanics that can aide in the efficiency and effectiveness of our motion: trunk dissociation. In order to dissociate, or separate, our thoracic spine (upper back) motion from our lumbar spine (lower back) motion we must have both
Over the past decade, an increased importance has been placed upon athletes, recreational exercisers, weekend warriors, and even sedentary individuals suffering from lower back pain to develop strength and stability of their “core.” When mentioning the “core,” we are referring to the musculature of the trunk or midsection that is responsible for flexing, extending, rotating,
The warm weather, water, and beautiful skies make it inviting time of year for an outdoor workout. Individuals that are not previously acclimatized to exercising in the heat should use caution, however, because while the elevated body temperature associated with summer exercise may provide a fitness boost, it also increases the risk for heat cramps,
Considering using a fitness tracker to help you start a new workout program or just live a healthier life? Below we explore the benefits of wearable technology and how to go about choosing the right device for you. Some of the benefits of using a fitness trackers include: Accountability: Being able to view stats of
Wearing the appropriate athletic shoe for specific sports activities can improve comfort and performance, and most importantly, prevent injuries. Today’s athletic shoes are designed with specific activities in mind. If you participate in a single sport more than two times a week, you should purchase a shoe specifically designed for that sport
Achilles Tendonitis is a common condition that causes pain along the tendon that connects your calf muscles to your calcaneus (heel bone.) Tendonitis is inflammation of a tendon that is caused by an injury or disease, and often causes pain, swelling or irritation. It results from repetitive stress to the tendon, tight muscles, or even
Last weekend several members of the Physical Solutions staff were certified or re-certified in CPR and Basic Life Support through an American Heart Association certification class. This course teaches life-saving techniques that are used for cardiac arrest, choking or drowning victims until full medical care is available. This included how to perform CPR/AED, rescue breathing,
We are always being told to exercise because exercise is good for us just like eating our greens is good for us… It isn’t enough to just tell people that exercise is good because that isn’t going to make everyone sign up for a gym and use it tomorrow. We need to understand WHY. Exercise