10 Habits You May Have that Damage Your Joints
You’ve probably heard that pounding the pavement for miles and miles may not be good for your joints. But did you know that sitting all day at the computer might actually be worse? You may [...] The...
View Article7 Benefits of Bodyweight Exercises
Denise didn’t want to go to the gym. Her life was just too crazy. She enjoyed working out at home, and regularly used a treadmill to get in an evening walk. She was entering middle-age, [...] The post...
View ArticleAsk EFI – How Much Bending is Safe for Back Pain Sufferers
Question: My question relates to lower back pain and bending. Rick has said that too much bending of the lower back can create a lot of stress, and overstretches the ligaments causing strain of the...
View Article5 Best Moves That Protect Your Back
I wanted to go through the best protective exercises for your back. The Best Protective Exercises for Your Back — Try These Out CLICK HERE to watch the YouTube video. I had Jenna to demonstrate [...]...
View Article6 Fail-Proof Tips to Keep You Healthy All Winter
There’s no mistaking it. We’re in the throes of flu season. It’s the time of year when we all need to be proactive about avoiding germs and preventing illness. It’s tempting to keep the kids [...] The...
View ArticleOur Best Winter Injury Prevention Tips For Outdoor Activities
For some people, winter is a time to stay indoors. It’s when they swap out their morning hike in exchange for an hour on the treadmill. Stopping at the local gym, on the way home [...] The post Our...
View ArticleWhat Exactly is Scar Tissue? Injuries, Surgeries and Rehabilitation
When most people think of a scar they imagine healed skin that doesn’t appear normal. Even though this is a common type of scar, other types of scar tissue also exist. In some cases, scar [...] The...
View ArticleSafe and Effective Flexibility Training
How to Improve Range of Motion without Causing Injury An often neglected element of a well-rounded fitness regimen, flexibility training is the key to improving range of motion in the joints, reducing...
View ArticleAnatomy of the Shoulder
Most people never even think about the amazing properties of the human shoulder. It’s probably the most dynamic joint in your entire body since no other joint has such a wide range of motion. Let’s...
View ArticleAnatomy of the Knee
Unless you’re an orthopedist or physical therapist, you probably never think much about knee anatomy. That is until you twist, bang, sprain or feel knee pain. Then you suddenly ask, “What’s inside...
View Article10 Dangers of Wearing High Heels
Yes, those shoes are adorable! They make you look taller and slimmer, and they really dress up that outfit, don’t they? It just isn’t the same without those killer high heels! Of course, after a [...]...
View Article7 Worst Shoes For Your Feet
You may not think about it much, but what you wear on your feet can have a big impact on your health. For instance, if your shoes put excess strain on your feet or [...] The post 7 Worst Shoes For...
View ArticleGreat Post-Walk Stretch Routine
CLICK HERE to watch the Youtube video. #1 – Standing Quad Stretch Stand upright with one hand against the wall or hold on to a walking stick for balance, maintaining good alignment with your head,...
View ArticleThe Importance of Strong Knee Joints
Your knees support the vast majority of your bodyweight and take the brunt of the impact from walking, running, and jumping. Keeping your knee joints healthy is vital to performing nearly any activity...
View Article5 Fitness Rules that Change after the Age of 45
People are living longer today than ever before, and they’re doing amazing things far into their 70s, 80s, and 90s. One has only to look around to see examples of people defying their age, with [...]...
View Article5 Daily Habits That May Be Causing You Shoulder Pain
Jack was working away at the computer and, about 30 minutes later, he grabbed his shoulder and massaged it a bit. It was hurting again, and the pain was worse than it was the day [...] The post 5 Daily...
View ArticleHamstring Injuries – How Exercise Can Prevent and Heal Them
If you’ve ever pulled your hamstring, you know how painful it can be. A hamstring injury can put you out of commission for weeks. If you have a full muscle tear, you might even require [...] The post...
View ArticleWhat Causes Achilles Tendonitis and How to Prevent and Treat It
Jim had regularly been running for months — three marathons with no trouble at all. Everything seemed to be going great. Then, one day, after doing a relatively easy jog after work, he went home [...]...
View ArticleJumper’s Knee 101
Arlene is an avid tennis player. She’s typically on the court three to four times a week. She loves the game and often plays competitively. Lately, though, she’s started to experience pain around her...
View ArticleAll About Iliotibial Band Syndrome
Gary was looking forward to his morning run. It was a cool yet calm morning, perfect for his 2-mile jaunt around the park near his house. He set out and within about a minute had [...] The post All...
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