Shoulder range of motion is important for daily activities. Reaching into the cupboard, washing your hair and face, and putting on clothing are all activities you need good shoulder mobility…
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What You Need to Know About a Quadriceps Strain
A quadriceps strain can significantly limit your ability to perform most daily tasks. The quads are used in every day activities such as walking, standing, and going up and down…
Top 5 Full Body Stretches for Outdoor Athletes
Full body stretches for the athlete should prepare the body for an upcoming activity. A soccer player should prepare for lots of running and kicking whereas a surfer should prepare…
What to Know About Patellar Tendinopathy in Runners
Patellar tendinopathy is a common diagnosis in runners and other athletes. It is important to distinguish the difference between patellar tendinopathy and other common diagnoses of the knee in order…
How to Use a Foam Roller for Upper Back Pain
A foam roller is a tool that can be used for soft tissue mobilization and myofascial release. It can also be used with exercises to help improve mobility. Did you…
Tight Hip Flexors and How to Treat Them
The hip flexors are a group of muscles that are important for movement and mobility, as well as for powerful leg movements like kicking. Tight hip flexors can lead to…
5 Different Ways How to Build Self Care
Building self-care can feel like a daunting task. Where to start? What to do? How much will it cost? This post will look into 7 different areas of self care…
Exercise and Mental Health: Positively Improve All Aspects of Life
Most people are aware of the physical health benefits of exercise. What most people are not aware of is the other benefits that come from physical exercise. It can even…
How to Fix Weak Ankles: The Ankle Support You Need
Weak ankles are a sign of poor stability in the distal lower leg. On occasion, external support may be necessary for safety and pain management. Strengthening the muscles around the…
How to Fix Rounded Shoulders
Have you ever caught yourself with your shoulders hunching forward in the mirror? Or has someone ever said anything to you about standing up straight? Rounded shoulders occur when certain…