As a physical therapist and fitness instructor, you could say I’m mildly obsessed with how sneakers fit, feel, and perform during workouts. I enjoy a variety of cross-training and group fitness classes, and until recently, I had trouble finding quality footwear that covered a lot of bases. A cushy running shoe is the go-to all-around gym …
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Les Mills Body Pump is a full-body strength class that highlights the major muscle groups of the body. The class uses a combination of barbells, free weights, and body weight exercises for a challenging and effective total body workout. But when you have shoulder pain, many of the movements seen in a Body Pump class …
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If you’ve just spent a few hundred bucks and are wondering how accurate is Apple watch heart rate, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve been using an Apple watch for over 5 years and have even been known to test multiple heart rate watches simultaneously to compare. Spoiler alert. Not all wearable fitness trackers …
Plantar heel pain is a very common overuse injury and has a reputation for being tricky to relieve. Learning what not to do with plantar fasciitis can help you stop the cycle of making your pain worse and finally start making progress toward getting better. What is plantar fasciitis? The plantar fascia is a thick …
Stretching and yoga have overlapping components, but the two practices are very different, with different intents and goals. It’s like comparing apples to oranges. They’re both fruit, but have different roles within a fitness or wellness routine. In this article, we’ll compare stretching vs. yoga to bring you the key differences and help decide which …
Stairclimber machines are regaining popularity in most gyms and are a quick challenge for the major muscle groups of the legs, plus your overall endurance. What muscles does the StairMaster work? Let’s take a deeper dive into which muscles get the most work and how to maximize the benefits of Stairmaster. What muscles does the …
Here today, gone tomorrow, then back again. The cycle of getting better from things like sciatica can seem up and down like a yo-yo, making it difficult to judge if your condition is improving (or not). In this article, we’ll discuss three signs that your sciatica is improving. What is sciatica? To understand how sciatica …
Hip bursitis can be a painful and limiting condition. It can be frustrating to try to figure out what helps and what is simply making your pain worse. In this article, you’ll learn the major things to avoid with hip bursitis so you can start feeling better. Let’s get to it! What is hip bursitis? …
Knee pain can be a significant barrier to enjoying yoga. After a total knee replacement, it’s natural to wonder what physical activities will be comfortable and accessible. Can you do yoga after a knee replacement? Absolutely. However, you may need to adapt some poses to make them more comfortable for your new knee, especially within …
Have you ever found yourself in the thick of sciatic pain, wondering if ice or heat will help take the edge off? But which is better, ice or heat for sciatica? That’s exactly what we’ll talk about today, plus some additional tips you need to know to start feeling better. What is sciatica? Sciatica is …
