As a runner or an athlete, you’ve likely experienced pain and swelling on the outside of the knee, making it hard to bend at a 45-degree angle. Iliotibial (IT) band injuries are one of the most common injuries among runners, so whether you’re training for a marathon or occasionally hitting the treadmill, it’s a good […]
Yoga can be a great stress reliever, as well as a way to become more flexible and get in a workout. And while yoga provides many advantages to the body, did you know that it can also help to strengthen your joints? In this post, we’ll discuss how yoga can benefit different areas of your […]
It can be hard to squeeze in time to go to the gym. Between early morning meetings, late night work events and taking your kids to school, it’s often difficult to find time to work out when life gets busy. Thankfully, with some of our tips and tricks listed below, we have a few ways […]
Winter is the perfect time to go on that ski trip that you’ve been dreaming about, tucked away in the mountains for a week, zipping fast down the slopes for hours on end. As with any seasonal sport and activity, opportunities for injuries increase. While there are several common winter injuries that you need to […]
With the start of 2018, comes plenty of new year’s resolutions. One thing that we hope is included in your list to make this year a great one, is the resolution to take care of your body. Whether that’s through joining a running club, attending a yoga class or learning the act of meditation, we’ve […]
We’ve all been there before. You just finished a hard workout at the gym and you’re ready to head home. But before you do that, you pause to consider taking the time to stretch. It seems pointless, but you know you should do it. Instead, you opt to head home and stretch there, which you […]
We’ve all experienced it before, that uncomfortable, puffy, red swelling that comes with inflammation. But when it begins to interfere with your workout routine or daily habits, it can be a real drawback. It’s important to first understand what exactly causes inflammation and what you can do about it, in order to take the proper […]
It doesn’t get any better than the sense of accomplishment that comes with finishing a marathon. If you’ve ran one, you know the amount of training and months of preparation that go into getting ready for the big race. From long runs on the weekends to early morning runs before work to the tapering and […]
Exercise is a great way to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Whether it’s through workout classes, going for a jog or taking up yoga with a friend, working out is essential for staying in shape. There is such a thing as exercising too much, which in turn can be bad for your body. Too much exercise […]
Sports medicine physicians often “prescribe” warm or cold compresses after injury. Carefully following your doctor’s instructions about this is key to a successful recovery, especially within the first 48 hours. Below, we’ve outlined when you should – and shouldn’t – apply heat or ice to an injured area. Heat Compresses Heat works to bring more […]
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