Parents of school-age kids know just how heavy their students' school bags have gotten over time. While making sure homework is done and books are packed, parents might not consider how those heavy bags can affect kids' backs (and beyond). We give you some pointers...
Shin splints – they're kind of a “catch-all” term for pain and problems affecting your shin. They're often experienced by runners and those who participate in repetitive or impact sports (gymnastics, dancers), and they can be painful and limiting. Here are the symptoms of shin...
Shane was almost done for the day when he felt disaster strike. He was used to working long hours at his construction job, but he was especially tired this week. As his mind wandered to the coming weekend, Shane's attention wasn't on his work and...
Working out can be just as mentally exhausting as it is physically exhausting. Getting motivated to get off the couch and go exercise can be tough - even for the most dedicated athletes. But what happens to your body when you skip an exercise session?...
Exercise is great for improving how you feel, boosting your mood, and helping you live a healthier life. Yet, even the most dedicated fitness buff can end up getting into a rut over time. Instead of throwing in the towel, grab your towel and take...
Discovering a workout that you enjoy can be challenging. When it comes to fun outdoor activities, hiking is a great one to try. Not only is it good exercise, but it can feel more like fun than a workout. You're outdoors, exploring, seeing new sights,...
Even with all of the advances in science, research, training methods, and footwear runners still get injured. Some estimates are as high as 80% of runners are injured in a year, enough to make them stop or change their training and racing plans. While there...
You might be training for a marathon, or just trying to get back in shape. Either way, running is a great way to stay in shape but can be very hard on the knees. The most common knee injuries are kneecap (patellofemoral) pain, and iliotibial...
In the 18th century, Sir Isaac Newton famously sat under an apple tree and felt the effects of gravity. I’m sure getting struck on the head with a falling apple was a tangible reminder about the potential for gravity to result in aches and pains....
Awareness of ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) knee injuries is increasing, yet prevention programs are still lacking. ACL injuries continue to have devastating consequences for athletes, especially younger ones. Young athletes compete in more games but are more inactive off the field than ever before. That's a...
