Total knee replacement surgery is when the ends of the thigh and shin bones are replaced with artificial parts in order to correct damage done to the knee. It is often performed when damaged has rendered daily activities undoable due to pain. Physical therapists work...
During the holidays, there are plenty of reasons to make excuses for not exercising. Many of us are busy planning meals and buying presents and therefore have hectic schedules. Also, mother nature is not on our side this time of year. The temperature has dropped...
In the winter, many of us struggle to maintain our exercise routines. Let’s face it. Mother nature is just not on our side this time of the year. It’s cold, dark, and often wet outside, and many of us would much rather curl up with...
Running is increasingly becoming one of America’s most popular sports. From 1990-2013, the number of runners who completed races grew an amazing 300% reaching an all time high in 2013 and keeping steady with 8.3 million people finishing 5K’s in 2014. This is probably because running...
We know spring is the time people love to sign up for races because the weather is almost perfect. For those searching for the perfect race, check out the ones below. Run to Rescue Oxford, MS April 7, 6:00 PM https://runtorescueolemiss.wordpress.com/ Color Vibe Run Tupelo, MS April 11, 9:00 AM http://www.thecolorvibe.com/tupelo.php# Spring Into Action...
Feeling a pain in your calf? How about your shoulder? For many people who are active, these pains will occur at some point or another. They are called overuse injuries, and they pretty much stink. So what exactly is an overuse injury? In the simplest terms, it...
With school starting this week, your kiddos are likely sporting the latest trends. But don’t get so caught up in trends you forget about finding a backpacks that will prevent back troubles later. We have a few tips for you when purchasing a new...
Whether you desire to shed a few extra pounds or gain some muscle mass, knowing how to spend your gym time wisely is a must. Thankfully, we have a few tips and tricks that will help you get the most out of your gym experience...
Back injuries are a common occurrence. From heavy lifting to sitting in the same position for too long to sleeping in an awkward position, many factors contribute to back related injuries. Sometimes, taking it easy and relaxing for a few days is exactly what you...
We all have certain foods that go with high-stress, emotional situations. Ice cream, cupcakes, chocolate. Emotional overeating is so common, it even has it’s own month, April. We can partially blame biology for our emotional food indulgence. When we are stressed, our bodies release a stress...