We are inherently designed for motion from the moment we are born. But if you look around – we simply don’t move enough. Compared to our ancestors, our modern lives have us sitting (on average) for more than half our day. Fit bits and smart watches help combat this by alerting you to stand andRead More…
If you love to run, then you’re probably no stranger to running injuries. But if you love to run and you’re over 50, not only are you more likely to suffer a running-related injury compared to runners half your age, but you’ll tend to suffer from different categories of injuries as well. In older runners,Read More…
Ever had nagging foot and heel pain that’s so bad it feels like you’re walking around on glass? Yep – that’s called plantar fasciitis – and it impacts over 2 million individuals in the United States every year. Plantar fasciitis occurs when you have inflammation of your plantar fascia – the tissue that makes upRead More…
If you’re looking for something fun and active to do this Summer – why not try a game of Pickleball? If you haven’t yet heard of pickleball – it’s quickly become one of the most popular racket sports in the country. It’s a paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. Since theRead More…
In the 1990’s, it started becoming widely accepted to prescribe opioids for people recovering from surgery or injury, as well as those suffering with moderate-to-severe musculoskeletal pain (such as back pain and osteoarthritis). Although effective for managing pain, we would soon find out how highly addictive these drugs are. Statistics show that one in fourRead More…
Are there truly any exercises you should avoid once you’re over 50? Over the course of my career, I’ve worked with many folks over the age of 50 who are enjoying the same activities they did in their 40’s – including surfing, playing tennis, hockey, running, hiking, etc. – so the short answer is “No”.Read More…
The cold weather is here and winter is on its way… do you dread this time of year because you just know your arthritis is going to act up? If so – you’re not alone. There’s a very good reason arthritis sufferers love to fly south when the cold weather sets in. But why does this happen?Read More…
Stress has been a big topic at our clinic lately. Many people, maybe even you, feel stress in certain areas of their bodies. We’re only weeks away from the Christmas Holiday – and while it’s meant to be a joyous time of year – for many reasons it also brings a lot of stress to people’sRead More…
We’re continuing with our topic of the month – Getting Fit After 50 – and people have been asking me… Are there certain types of exercise I should avoid once I hit a certain age? The short answer is no. Most of our clients are over the age of 50 and they do everything from surfing, playingRead More…
In January, we’re often overloaded with so many weight loss messages, that even the most confident of us can feel under pressure to lose weight… And those of us who may not even need to shed a few pounds, begin to question if they should try to or not. So a lot of us endRead More…
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