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Summer is here! If you will be near a lake or pool and are looking for something new to mix into your workout routine, try swimming for water exercise. Swimming can help in many ways:  Buoyancy reduces the stress on muscles and joints, making it more comfortable than land-based workouts. Resistance from the water itself…

Lumbar pain can be complex and multifaceted. Therefore, not all exercises and remedies are appropriate for the lumbar pain that you experience. Often, your body weight contributes to compression in the lumbar spine, either placing stress on the intervertebral disc or impinging on the spinal nerve roots. If you find lying down alleviates your lumbar…

Whether you’re preparing yourself for a total joint replacement or a loved one is having their joint replaced, there is always more to learn. Here are 5 things to know before a joint replacement: They will get you up the DAY you have surgery. Within minutes to a couple of hours after getting up to…

A proper warm-up prepares an athlete for practice or competition and decreases the risk of injury. An ideal warm-up is specific to the sport or activity, stretching as an integral part of any warm-up. There are two specific types that one can do, static and dynamic stretching, but the question remains, “Which type is best…

As spring approaches, many people are starting to think about the upcoming road race season. Whether you are a recreational, social, or serious runner, it is time to think about your preparation for the upcoming races. If running is not your ideal form of exercise, these considerations may make your preparations less grueling. Before embarking…