When people hear the phrase bulging disc they become concerned. Many think shots or surgery are or will be necessary. What you should know is bulging discs are common and do not necessarily mean anything bad. If you are over 40, there is a good chance you have at...
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To Stretch or Not to Stretch (for an injury)
Routinely people ask whether to stretch or not to stretch when injured. Surprising or not the answer is it depends. It depends on what is injured, how severe, how recent the injury, and what does it feel like. Let’s further break down these elements. To begin with...
Pulled Groin or Something Else
When a person experiences a sensation in their hip crease/groin the question of what is injured is front and center. Is it a pulled groin or something else? And the answer will depend upon the exact location, the type of sensation/pain, and the activities that provoke...
A Literal Pain In Your Butt
What are you to do when you have a literal pain in your butt? You know, that sharp/stabbing or dull/nagging ache that is present when sitting, standing, or doing just about anything. Is that pain your glut/piriformis, the sciatic nerve, or some referred pain from the...
Hip Bursitis
Hip bursitis is a common ailment resulting in pain and impacts daily activities. A bursa is a fluid filled sac that provides cushion and/or reduces friction between bones, muscles, or tendons. At times the bursa can become inflamed, thus producing pain. Often a pain...
Muscle Cramping
Muscle cramping is an issue for many individuals whether they exercise or not. For some, these cramps may appear randomly and at inopportune times…such as when trying to sleep. There are many theories about cramping and a multitude of home remedies. There is so much...
Nutritional strategies that maximize workout performance and recovery
Nutrition is important for many reasons, especially if a person is or will be exercising. Whether an athlete or not, proper nutrition is necessary to maximize the benefits of your workout. In addition to making sure you are fueled properly for exercise, just as...
Strength Training as You Age
As we get older, staying active and strong becomes even more important, but it also requires a smarter approach. Strength training can do wonders for maintaining muscle, bone strength, and overall function, but there are other things to consider, including balance,...
Stretching isn’t helping my neck pain
Have you reached the point where stretching isn’t helping your neck pain? Maybe you get some short-term relief, but the pain (and tightness) returns in 20 or 30 minutes. So, you tried stretching more, only things are no better…even months later. And now you are not...
Exercising in the summer heat
The summer heat and humidity can take a toll on those working out. Excessive sweating, sunburn, and nausea can all happen with vigorous activity in the heat. Thus, exercising in the summer heat should be done with a bit of caution. Common heat related issues include:...
