To say that yoga has been experiencing a boom in popularity would be a massive understatement.  The practice is now performed by so many that yoga mats have become an accessory of sorts that can be seen on the backs or under the arms of a wide range of practitioners.  But yoga is far more […]

With temperatures starting to drop as the fall rolls on, you may be starting to find it increasingly difficult to keep up with your fitness routine.  If you happen to regularly engage in outdoor activities like jogging or biking, this time of year could be a difficult transition that often causes many to trail off […]

Many medical issues can be brought up to a doctor without thinking twice, but then there are some that might give you pause because of its personal or embarrassing nature.  Bladder problems of any sort often fall into the second category, which can prevent patients from getting the care they need in a timely manner.  […]

With the leaves changing colors, the air feeling cool and crisp, and the smell of firewood beginning to emanate from chimneys, our senses are constantly reminded that it is indeed fall.  While the consensus tends to be mixed on the season that follows it, most people would agree that they can find something to appreciate […]

For most of us, using our hands is a big part of our professions, whether that happens to consist of typing at a computer or building a house.  Another component of many occupations is that the task we perform needs to be completed over and over, in a repetitive fashion.  Unfortunately, the repetitive motions involved […]

Back pain is just one of those issues that nearly everyone seems to have experience with.  It’s estimated that 31 million Americans are affected by back pain right now, and about 80% of the population will encounter it at some point in their lifetime.  Back pain can also be rather tricky.  Pain usually develops due […]

For some people, things are just better when you add water. Avid swimmers already know this, but what you might not realize is that the pool isn’t only for swimming.  Aquatic exercise—which is essentially any form of exercise performed in the water—is an incredible way to get active for all individuals, but especially for those who […]

As kids make their way back to school over the next few weeks, they’ll soon be hitting the books, and those books will be hitting their backpacks, often filling them to capacity. While messenger bags have emerged as a popular option for school-age children, backpacks remain the most commonly used and practical choice for carrying […]

Headaches have a unique way of striking at the worst times and often ruining the day—or days—in the process. More than 100 types of headaches have been classified, and while their differences are important, they all possess the same ability to gum up the works of your life during an episode. One of the most […]

If you have “bad knees” from osteoarthritis, a recent surgery, or some other cause, you might feel as if there’s a barrier between you and exercise. This is completely understandable, as many forms of exercise involve the knees to some capacity, and can therefore lead to pain and discomfort. But do not despair: there are […]