The summer months bring warm weather, which means more outdoor sports, competitions, and fitness activities. While exercise and sports are beneficial to your mind and body, they can also lead to accidental injuries. Without proper training methods, warm-ups, or conditioning, sports-related injuries can become quite common. The most common sports-related injuries include knee injuries, sprains, swollenContinue Reading »
1. Switching Hips When Holding Your Baby- Our bodies are not designed to carry the weight of our babies on one hip, It might seem like a commonly known fact, but simply alternating back and forth to each hip when holding your baby can help relieve low back pain. When we tend to hold ourContinue Reading »
The Fourth of July is one of the most popular holidays where people head out and spend time outside in the sun. Since we have limited sun exposure in the northern states, be sure to take extra care of your skin when you’re outside. Prolonged sun exposure can lead to skin cancer down the road,Continue Reading »
We know that summertime means warm weather. Warm weather means it’s time to haul the grill out and cook outside. Here are some ideas on how to have a healthier barbecue the next time you decide to grill out! Choose Fish Fish, like tuna and salmon, have great nutritional benefits! This is because fish has omega-3 fattyContinue Reading »
It’s finally Memorial Day Weekend! As many people hit the road for their first vacation of the summer, it’s important to remember these tips so you can stay comfortable in the car. Whether you’re taking a weekend trip up north in the car or heading to a far away destination, it’s finally time for someContinue Reading »
As we get older, our bodies change and need some extra care to ensure that we stay healthy. Here are some tips to keep you in tip top shape as you age! Exercise When You Can Exercising is one of the most well-known ways to stay fit. Walking keeps your heart healthy as your endurance changes whenContinue Reading »
It’s hard for anyone to get into an exercise routine and stick to it. For moms, it may seem nearly impossible with all of the responsibilities they have to take care of. From running to appointments, dropping little ones off at school or daycare, and balancing work and home tasks, there is often little time leftContinue Reading »
Here are some simply ways that will help to protect your vital joints, such as your knees, and help you to remain active and able to exercise. These tips are great for anyone, but especially for anyone aged 50+, and for those that are looking to get more active now that we are approaching the warmerContinue Reading »
This time of year, we start to spend a lot of time spring cleaning, especially in the yard! Whether it be raking leaves, mowing the lawn, or planting flowers, here are some key tips to keep in mind with your body to prevent injury with your annual clean-up. One of the most common injuries that canContinue Reading »
As the weather starts to get warm, Michiganders know it’s time to spend some time outside. Whether you’re cleaning up your yard, preparing for garage sales, or just getting out to enjoy the weather, knee pain can change your plans in a heartbeat. If you still want to enjoy some fresh air, here are some tipsContinue Reading »
