Ready to get in better shape? Think about walking - and not running- towards your fitness goals. One British study found that people who walk for regular exercise weighed less than those who participated in other types of physical activity, including: running, swimming and cycling....
Written by: Dr. Daniel Waskiewicz, PT, DPT Whether you're working out at a gym or at home, having pain during an exercise can be a common -and frustrating- situation. The question is: what should you do if you're having pain during exercise? To answer this question,...
A quick online search will show that many people want to know “physical therapy you can do at home” and there are just as many popular results that offer all sorts of suggestions. From more garden-variety advice like foam rolling, to stretches that probably shouldn't...
As we head into colder weather while still fighting the pandemic, many gyms limit occupancy, and plenty of us have limited our in-person workouts. For people used to the social aspect of a shared training session, it can grow lonely and frustrating - especially for...
When you're taking advantage of some extra-warm fall weather, you may be more likely to overdo your activity, leading to possible overuse injury. Whether you've had a busy summer season or you've been less active, overuse injury can strike anyone under the right (or wrong)...
As we transition from long, hot days to shorter, colder weather, plenty of us plan some late-season yard work before heading inside for the winter. Although your weekend outdoor labor doesn't feel the same as time spent at the gym, if you're not careful, you...
While we've written about workouts you can do at home and ways to avoid discomfort by working from home, it's also important to realize that in your quest to get fresh air and exercise, you may end up facing some common spring-time injuries. Here's how...
Have you considered scheduling a physical therapy appointment for that nagging ache or pain, but haven’t followed through because you're anxious or unsure of what to expect during your visit? Today is the day those fears will be conquered! From all of our skilled therapists...
If you’re like me, this time of year can be bittersweet or downright difficult. The Holidays bring anticipation and joy, but also unrealized expectations and disappointment. The combination of waning sunlight and the onset of cold weather can trigger Seasonal Affective Disorder, which combined with...
It's that time of year again: the time when holiday indulgences give way to post-holiday regret and the inevitable making of New Year's resolutions. Year after year, “losing weight,” “getting more exercise,” “eating better,” and “getting in shape” tend to make some of the top...
