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The ultimate guide to good posture

Having good posture is important for your overall health and mood. Poor posture can affect your muscles and internal organs. It also says a lot about your attitude and how you feel about yourself. Why is having good posture important? … Continue reading →

Small amounts of exercise can lead to healthier kids

It is hard to get adults to exercise. It is even harder to get kids to exercise. Historically, it has been difficult to get children to exercise. A combination of inexpensive junk food, shorter gym class and recess time, larger … Continue reading →

9 reasons you feel sluggish during your workout

Has this ever happened to you? You walk into the gym feeling pumped for your group fitness class. About five minutes into the workout you’re having trouble keeping up with the rest of the class and are feeling sluggish. You … Continue reading →

Strengthen your core to protect against ankle sprains

What do basketball players, train runners, and high-heel enthusiasts have in common? They are often at a higher risk for ankle sprains. Why? Because uneven surfaces and lateral movements are common causes of ankle injuries. There are a number of … Continue reading →

4 foam-rolling exercises to do in the morning

Foam rolling is often thought of as a way to prepare for or recover from exercise, but it can also be a great way to loosen up your muscles first thing in the morning. All you need is a soft, … Continue reading →

Children may not be getting enough exercise

A recent study found that young children are not meeting the national guidelines for physical activity. The study led by researchers at Tufts University School of Medicine and the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University suggests … Continue reading →

Concussions in the different levels of football

A study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that high school and college football players report more concussion symptoms than youth league players. The study also found that youth league players tend to return to play within 24 hours of injury, … Continue reading →

Better-fit female athletes may be at a higher risk for overtraining syndrome

A study by researchers from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, recently discovered that female athletes who are better fit at the beginning of the season may be more prone to “overreaching” during a team sport as the season … Continue reading →

Exercising after studying may boost memory recall

College students take note: if you exercise four hours after studying it may increase your chances of remembering what you studied. A study by Guillen Fernandez, director of the Donders institute for Brain, Cognition, and Behavior at Radboud University Medical … Continue reading →

Running and lower back pain

Runners, have you ever experienced lower back pain during or after a run? Maybe it is a slight pain at first but then it becomes more difficult to deal with over time? Has it gotten to the point where you’re … Continue reading →