How Many Steps a Day Do You Really Need?
Walking is great for your health but when it comes to getting in your steps, what really is the right amount that you need?
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Ways to Prevent Joint Pain When Hiking
Hiking is a great way to stay active, but without the right preparation, it can lead to discomfort in your knees and ankles.
How Sleep Affects Your Spine
If you wake up consistently in the morning with low back pain or tightness, you might attribute this to “sleeping on it wrong.” But it’s most likely not from one bad night’s sleep.
Find an Accountability Partner to Hit Your Health Goals
Health goals can be hard to stick with. This is especially true when life gets busy or your routine changes. An accountability partner can help you stay on track.
Stay Active While Beating the Summer Heat
Article featured on Teladoc Health There’s something about spring and summer that gives us energy. Longer days, sunny skies, warmer weather—it’s a treat after the cold months of winter! But sometimes that warm weather can get too hot to handle. And when it’s uncomfortably hot, working out might be the last thing we want to […]
Which Is Better for Your Health: Walking or Running?
Article featured on Healthline Walking and running both provide several health benefits. The best option for you depends on your health goals, mobility, and personal preference. Read on to learn more about both options. Walking and running are both excellent forms of cardiovascular exercise. Neither is necessarily “better” than the other. The choice that’s best […]
Osteoporosis in Men
Contrary to common belief, osteoporosis does not just affect women. While it’s true that women are at higher risk, osteoporosis in men is a serious and underrecognized health issue.
9 Common Myths About Arthritis
There are many misconceptions about arthritis, from amusing old wives’ tales to more serious mistaken beliefs.
Why Do Young Adults Experience Hip Pain?
Most of us think of hip pain as a problem that occurs when we’re older, maybe beginning in our 50s or beyond. It’s true, hip pain does become more common as we get older. But hip pain in young adults is common too. And in fact, hip pain in teens is more common than you may you think.
5 Ways to Prevent Shoulder and Neck Pain at a Desk
Shoulder and neck pain are on the rise, largely due to the increasing number of professions based at a desk and using a computer. An estimated 26 percent of adults experience shoulder pain or tightness.