CanDo® Kinesiology Tape

In our last article we detailed the numerous benefits of kinesiology tape. This tape is great for improving, healing and relaxing muscles. Many different brands manufacture their own kinesiology tape. With all these brands that carry kinesiology tape it can be … Continue reading

Benefits of Kinesiology Tape

If you have never heard of kinesiology tape before, you should know that it is not just any ordinary tape. It is a thin, stretchy tape that is applied to the body providing a therapeutic effect. While kinesiology tape can’t be used to … Continue reading

How Bad Posture Can Affect You

Ever slouch in front of your computer while you are at work? Chances are you are doing it right now. Most people who sit in front of the computer all day tend to slouch to get more comfortable. This is … Continue reading

Exercising Away Sleep Deprivation

The best way to get your body tired and ready for sleep is to do intense workouts at the right time of day. This means that doing cardio workouts and lifting weights in the afternoon or at night increases your … Continue reading

Tell Insomnia to Take a Hike

Sleep is something we all must do at the end of the day no matter how much some try to fight it. No amount of energy drinks can prevent the inevitable. Everyone needs to sleep because if we don’t, then there … Continue reading

Balance Training Tools

Earlier in the week we spoke about postural stability and why it is important to balance train as we grow older. Now that we’ve established why this is important, it is good to know how we can balance train. It is … Continue reading

Improving Postural Stability

When you go to the gym do you usually just work on cardio or weight training? Balance training is not really common at the gym unless you are at a specific class like yoga or Pilates. It turns out that … Continue reading

Benefits of using Kettlebells

Dumbbells and barbells have long been used in fitness training programs. This is because they give you value when it comes to building muscle, strength, and creating an impressive physique. However, all this has been changed thanks to kettlebells. Using … Continue reading

Static and Dynamic Stretching

Do you stretch before and after your workout? It is suggested that every person should stretch as a “warm-up” before a workout and as a “cool-down” afterwards. These pre- and post-workout strategies are often used to reduce the risk of … Continue reading

Types of Physical Therapy Products

Have you ever been to a Physical Therapist? You’ll notice in your therapist’s office many different types of physical therapy products. Each with its own purpose. Physical therapists use a variety of techniques and products to help their patients rehabilitate … Continue reading