Walking should be a welcome daily activity that doesn’t come with discomfort. Yet, for many, daily steps can come with either a sharp or throbbing sensation of knee pain. Knee…
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What It Actually Means to ‘Engage Your Core’
We’ve all heard it before. You’re in a fitness class or you’re working out with your trainer and you hear, “Engage your core.” But what does it really mean to…
What is Vagal Tone and How to Improve It
Your physical and mental health are intimately intertwined. How so? Through the vagus nerve. The vagus nerve is a part of the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS) and orchestrates responses that…
TMJ Exercises: How to Unlock Jaw Pain Relief
TMJ dysfunction has been found to occur more frequency in younger individuals and can affect 5-12% of the population. If you or someone you know experiences discomfort in your jaw,…
Understanding Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs)
When an athlete’s performance begins to falter without an apparent reason, it’s essential to look beyond the physical injuries and consider other potential factors affecting health and performance. Relative Energy…
The Difference Between a Rotator Cuff Strain Vs Tear
Rotator cuff injuries can be traumatic or atraumatic. Regardless of how your shoulder pain starts, it is important to consider what could be contributing to your discomfort. So how can…