There are many workout recovery tools on the market competing for your attention (and dollars). Sidekick is bringing workout recovery to a whole new level with an affordable line of muscle scraping tools, that you can use at home, to address problem areas. Muscle scraping tools offer a different type of soft tissue mobilization that …
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Do you have bad posture? Have you tried everything to “fix” your posture, but nothing seems to work? Unfortunately, there’s no quick magical solution. But, if you focus on these three things, you can improve your posture by building healthy habits that stick. What is posture? Posture is much more than your ability to walk …
Cardio is hardio. For real, exercise is uncomfortable. It’s no wonder so many people don’t like it. Unfortunately, no one is handing out healthy lifestyles for binging on Netflix or surfing your Facebook feed. Bummer. Whether it feels like it or not, our bodies crave movement. I love exercise. I love how it makes me …
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A big part of success with physical therapy is your ability to keep up with your exercise program during and after PT. But when you’re at home, you may not have all those unique gadgets they have at the physical therapy clinic! Don’t worry! It’s easy to have the necessary tools at home to stay healthy …
Standing desks are trending in popularity over the past few years as people look for new ways to increase activity and decrease prolonged sitting adverse effects. In 2020, more things than ever have moved online. While this is convenient, it also means a ton more sitting glued to technology. But how do you know if …
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Navigating the medical system is challenging. Insurance information, paperwork, and spending one-on-one time with the therapist are enough to put you into information overload. Not quite sure what to expect at your first physical therapy appointment? Don’t worry! This article is a gold mine of information and tips that patients have asked me over the …
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It’s probably safe to say most people have heard of physical therapy, but do you really know the benefits of physical therapy or how it can help you? Physical therapy has advanced a lot since the 1990s and it’s much more than what’s portrayed on TV. Treatments are continually evolving, and physical therapy has a …
Lengthy hours on a computer plus bad posture at your desk equals a recipe for aches and pains. Even our downtime has a substantial screen-time component to it. (Hello, social media scrolling!) Hours upon hours of poor posture can take a toll on your body. Wondering what you can do to counteract technology-related discomfort? This …
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The struggle is real. We all know stress is bad for your health, especially chronic stress. These days it seems like there’s no way around it. This isn’t yet another post telling you how bad stress is. This post is all about actionable steps you can use to help. Here are 5 (free!) ways to …
It’s the middle of winter, and it’s prime cold, flu, and assorted nasty stomach bug season. Exercise can help boost your immune system and combat those winter blues. But how do we keep ourselves healthy when we step into that fitness petri dish? Here are some healthy practices to take with you to avoid those …
