Making Movement Part of the Workday
About a decade ago, experts dubbed sitting too long as the new smoking. And the fact remains, being sedentary isn’t good for your health.Anyone who has had a long day at the desk knows...
Health Risks to Consider Before Your First Marathon
Marathons are an incredible testament to what the human body can endure, not some big scary race we should be afraid of. Sure, you may feel exhausted and sore, but that doesn’t mean you...
Soft Tissue Injuries in Need of Peace and Love
Rehabilitation of soft-tissue injuries can be complex.Over the years, acronyms guiding their management have evolved from ICE to RICE, then on to PRICE and POLICE. Although widely known, these previous acronyms focus on acute...
Treating ACL Injuries
When we hear of an “ACL injury” we might think of our favourite all-star athlete sidelined for several weeks or months due to some affliction to their knee. The ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) plays...
How to Spot Sciatica
Just because you’re experiencing low-back pain doesn’t necessarily mean it’s sciatica. Here’s how to tell the difference
Essential Preparation for Hiking
Uneven terrain mixed with unpredictable conditions can lead to injury on your hikes. But with these tips, falls can be avoided
Postpartum Return to Running
There’s no guidebook for hitting the road post-baby—but there are a series of milestones to hit and symptoms to be aware of to know if you’re ready to lace up once again
Strength Training for Life
When was the last time you considered evaluating your muscle health? Not to be overlooked, these mechanical biomarkers are related to muscle health, functionality and longevity.
Strengthen to Lengthen
If you’re among the many athletes that love training, but seldom take the time to stretch, you’re not necessarily doomed to a rigid fate. Resistance training is renowned for building muscle mass and enhancing...
Fix Your Downhill Knees
A couple of weeks ago our family hiked with another family from up high in the Olympic National Park to the town below—4,230 vertical feet over eight miles (or 9.5 if you want to...
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Unconquerable Spirit
Visually impaired players spinning their wheelchairs on the basketball court, amputees spiking the ball in sitting volleyball, PTSD warriors sweeping the ice in wheelchair...
How to Get More Deep Sleep: Make Your Bedroom the Ultimate...
With hectic work schedules and competing responsibilities, many adults struggle to get the deep, restorative sleep their bodies need, leading to groggy mornings and...
Registration for the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon is Open
Every October, participants from across the country and around the world unite on the streets of Chicago to conquer 26.2 miles and call themselves...
Orthosports
Sergey Raiter’s pursuit of towards better health began over 12 years ago with a pivotal moment—an unexpected shoulder injury. While working at a Thai...
