Low back pain is becoming more common with each passing year and there are many reasons why. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), low back pain is the number one cause of disability worldwide (1). From bad postures to sedentary lifestyles, the incidence of back pain is detrimental to one’s quality of life including […]
The Biomechanics of Running
Running is one of the most common modes of cardiovascular exercise. It is convenient, works up a good sweat by engaging the skeletal, muscular, respiratory, and cardiovascular systems, and can be done almost anywhere. However, there is much to understand behind the biomechanics of running in terms of correct form and footwear. When performed correctly, […]
Steps to Better Posture
You may or may not have heard the saying, “Sitting is the new smoking.” If we take a look at the modern American lifestyle, it’s obvious that sitting now dominates much of our activity. From meals to jobs to entertainment and transportation, sitting is a large part of both social and work life. A sedentary […]
Top Three Exercises to Improve Posture
By Jaimi Jansen Good posture offers benefits that go beyond a properly curved spine. When one slouches and doesn’t maintain proper posture, muscles and ligaments work much harder to keep one up and balanced. This extra work by the muscles can lead to myalgia, lumbar pain, headaches, and an increased likelihood for injury. Maintaining proper […]
