According to the Department of Health and Human Services Facts and Statistics on physical activity, more than 80% of American adults do not get enough physical activity despite the proven benefits, such as a reduced risk of some cancers and chronic diseases, as well as improved bone health, cognitive function, weight control, and quality of
Hip tightness is a common complaint for runners of all levels. The repetitive nature of running can lead to flexibility restrictions throughout the lower extremities, which in turn may contribute to injury. Today we review a static stretching routine to to help lengthen the muscles and increase your range of motion. Static stretching is best
The demands of life have changed in so many ways due to the coronavirus. The Covid-19 pandemic has put many of us on our backsides, school children and adults alike. Many were forced to work from home because of social distancing measures, which meant that workers were suddenly always in their offices. Those 9am to
For the final segment in our Backyard Workout series, today we are reviewing basic core exercises. Follow along with our video demonstrations and/or use the detailed instructions below to add these exercises into your routine. Please feel free reach out to us with any questions! EXERCISES Abdominal Bike Sit in a chair and keep chest
Physical Solutions is happy to announce our new Breathe Better Feel Better program. This program will benefit patients who have recovered from or are assumed to have had COVID, are affected by other cardiopulmonary diseases, or are experiencing general deconditioning. Feelings of fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, and decreased ability to perform your normal daily
The next segment in our backyard workout series includes a program for your upper body! Follow along with our video demonstrations and/or use the detailed instructions below to add these upper body exercises into your routine. As always exercises should be performed in a pain free range of motion. Please reach out to us with
As part of our Backyard Workout Series, today we are demonstrating three lunge variations that you can try with your kids. These exercises will help improve their lower body and core strength and balance control. They can be done at a field, in your yard, or in your home. Lunge with Rotation Step forward into
Stuck at home or need something to do over the weekend? Try our quick Backyard Workout routines. Physical Solutions offices are open and appointments are available to those patients that are healthy and need hands on care onsite which will always offer best results. However, we know some of you are vulnerable or are isolating,
Research has linked being inactive and sitting too much with higher risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, colon and lung cancers, and early death. Physical activity decreases your risk of weight gain, chronic disease, dementia and depression. It is also linked with better sleep, memory, balance and cognitive ability. It is one of the
American Heart Month is used to reinforce the importance of heart health and the need for more research, with a reminder to get families, friends and communities involved. It is a perfect time to learn about your risk for heart disease and the steps you need to take to help your heart health. Facts about