7 Lower Back Exercises to Reduce Pain and Build Strength
The low back consists of various thick muscles that range between the bottom of the rib cage, to the top of the glutes and hips, that encompasses the lumbar spine. Suffering from back pain is something many of us are all too familiar with. Whether it is chronic, acute, or episodic back pain, leaving it […]
“Locked Knees” vs. “Soft Knees,” Which is Safer?
One of the most common positions that we find ourselves in is standing, yet we were never taught how to stand properly! We commonly hear that we need to have “soft knees,” or to never lock the knees out, but why is this the case? Having a slight bend in your knees actually causes more […]
Does Inadequate Sleep Affect Exercise Performance and Recovery?
Are you sleeping enough? As the world continues to move towards a 24-hour society, more people are getting less sleep. In fact, inadequate sleep was declared as a public health problem by the US CDC (Centres for Disease Control and Prevention)! Approximately 40% of adults experience inadequate sleep, with athletes, new parents and older […]
Restricted vs. Unrestricted Squats: Should the Knees Go Past the Toes?
One of the best exercises for your lower body and overall health are the squats. However, many people do not know the proper form and put themselves at increased risk of injury when performing this exercise! To this day, people are still told/taught not to let their knees go past their toes during their squats […]
Why You Should Be Drinking More Water
Water makes up 60-70% of the average person’s body weight, and is vital in many processes such as digestion, body temperature regulation and absorption of nutrients. In fact, skeletal muscle is actually composed of as much as 75% water in some people. (2) Given all this, it is shocking that plain water only makes up […]
What is Sarcopenia?
As we age, it’s natural that we start to lose muscle mass. The scientific term for this is sarcopenia, which refers to the loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength in an individual who is aging. This progressive reduction in lean muscle leads to decreases in mobility and independence, as well as, increasing the individual’s […]
Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Concussion
Ever wondered if there are any supplements you can take to help treat a concussion? Since conventional medications have not yet shown much benefit, many researchers are beginning to study a wide range of natural compounds and vitamins that may have the ability to reduce inflammation and protect the brain. Along with curcumin, vitamin D and […]
Evidence-Based Treatment Options for Concussion
“Go home and rest” Historically, patients with concussions were told to rest, rest, rest. And when that didn’t work, they were told to rest some more. The research on concussions is evolving at an exponential rate and we are realizing that prolonged rest not only doesn’t work; it can actually make you worse! Sadly, many […]
5 Tips For Fast Recovery After a Sports Injury
There’s no denying that an active lifestyle is beneficial to a person’s overall health; however, sports can be physically demanding on the human body, especially for athletes who consistently push the boundaries of their physical capabilities. Incorrect training, poor diet, inadequate sleep and muscular overuse can all increase the risk of a sports injury.
Tips to Relieve Back Pain – Chiropractic
Do you suffer from back pain? If you do you are not alone! Statistics have shown that 80% of North Americans’ will suffer a bout of back pain at some point in their lives. Now that’s a lot of discomfort! Interestingly most of these back injuries can be attributed to the daily activities of life […]
