In my eyes, push ups are an interesting exercise. They're incredibly common and part of every exercise program known to mankind. Yet..... GOOD push ups are incredibly rare. The reality is that most people can't do them well even if they think they can!
Of all the lower body exercises, this one is my favorite.
Read MorePainful shoulders may not limit your ability to move around like low back or lower body joint pain. but painful shoulders can create some major limits when it comes to upper body activities, like upper body strength training, or any activities that require you to lift your arms overhead (tennis, swimming, etc.).
Read MoreOne of the biggest causes of knee pain is poor hip control and hip strength, which then translates to more stress at the knee. But there is a second factor involved in knee pain that’s almost as common as poor hip control…
Read MoreKnee pain is so common that most people just assume they have to live with it and the limitations it comes with. If you either suspect you have wear and tear in your knees or you have confirmation from a physician, it’s easy to assume there isn’t much of anything you can do about it.
Read MoreI work with a lot of people who carry tension in their neck muscles. They often have a lot of stress in their lives already, but add some headaches, irritability, and loss of energy from the tension patterns and they're just coping to get through the day.
In a previous article I talked about how walking with too long of a stride can set you up for knee pain and/or plantar fasciitis. I came across a similar but slightly different issue recently and wanted to share it.
Read MoreIf you’ve ever had knee pain or plantar fasciitis pain you know how much they can get in the way of your life and rob you of your energy. HOW you walk may be just the thing that caused the problems in the first place and is keeping them from going away.
Read MoreThe squat is one of the most basic fundamental strength exercises that a lot of adults dread. The problem with squats for most people is that the pattern for squatting was mastered in childhood and gets lost in adulthood.
Read MoreIf you think about it, many people's lives are dictated by QUANTITY. How much money, how big of a house, how many toys, how many channels (my cable provider likes to remind me of this), and the list goes on. You could say it's a bit of a cultural epidemic.
Read MoreIt's common knowledge now that sitting all day isn't great for your health - hours spent in one position not moving.... But there's an additional problem with sitting for so long in a car or looking at a screen - your POSTURE.
Read MoreThe right breathing pattern helps create stability in your body. That stability starts a ripple effect that helps create proper joint control everywhere else. It's the reason kids move so well.
Read MoreDo you know why young kids move so effortlessly? Have you noticed they can sit for a while and then jump up and run without a warm up or strained muscles?
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