Monthly Archives: October 2023

Everything You Need to Know About Inversion Tables

Inversion can be good for you if you have compression of the discs in your back, or you have arthritic pain in your middle back, lower back, or hips. Inversion tables, those cushioned platforms that enable you to strap yourself in and experience a partial upside-down position, have gained popularity as a non-invasive means of […]

20 Exercises To Work on Hip Strength and Mobility

Your hips do a lot of work, and certain exercises can keep them strong. Your hips, those remarkable ball-and-socket joints, play a pivotal role in your everyday movements. Nurturing and strengthening your hips through targeted exercises can significantly enhance your range of motion and overall posture. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the […]

8 Pilates Moves To Strengthen Your Pelvic Floor

Maintain pelvic floor function with this targeted Pilates workout. Your core is the bedrock of your physical strength, but if we think of your body as a structure, the pelvic floor is the crucial first brick upon which this foundation is built. Comprising the muscles that support the organs within the pelvis, including the bladder, […]

6 Causes of Knee Pain From Running—and How To Prevent and Treat It

Some of the most common causes include runner’s knee, tendonitis, poor form, or the wrong shoes. Running, the rhythmic symphony of feet hitting the pavement or treadmill, is a liberating and rewarding form of exercise. Whether you’re a newbie lacing up for your first 5k, a seasoned runner training for your next half-marathon, or simply […]

How to Save Money on Your Workouts—Online & IRL

From free online classes to actually-affordable personal trainers, there are plenty ways to save money and get the best bang for your workout buck—no matter your budget or fitness experience. In the ever-evolving landscape of fitness, maintaining a consistent regimen while managing your budget can be quite the challenge. The cost of fitness can be […]

Signs You’re Getting Fitter—Even If the Scale Hasn’t Budged

There are many signs you’re becoming more fit. Weight loss is not necessarily one of them. In your quest for a healthier, fitter you, you’ve embraced a regimen of nutritious greens, weightlifting sessions, and invigorating walks. However, each time you step onto the scale, the numbers often remain stubbornly unmoved or, frustratingly, seem to creep […]

Rare ‘flesh-eating’ bacteria, no stranger to Florida, spread north as oceans warm

Debbie King barely gave it a second thought when she scraped her right shin climbing onto her friend’s pontoon for a day of boating in the Gulf of Mexico on Aug. 13. Even though her friend immediately dressed the slight cut, her shin was red and sore when King awoke the next day. It must […]

Marvel Comics Reveals First 2024 Crossover Event BLOOD HUNT As Vampires Invade The Marvel Universe

Marvel Comics has announced its next big crossover event at New York Comic Con and we now know that 2024 will see the release of a story called Blood Hunt.  Vampires have always walked amongst the shadows of the Marvel Universe, but next spring, the long night arrives and these bloodsucking terrors will step into […]

Drinking raw milk caused Campylobacter infectious outbreak in Utah: What to know about the illness

The Salt Lake County Health Department is urging people to only drink pasteurized milk after discovering an outbreak from the diarrheal bacterial infection known as campylobacteriosis developed after people drank raw milk.  “Campylobacter infection is caused by a foodborne bacteria that we don’t hear much about but is actually a very common bacterial illness and there have been […]

What Is the 75 Hard Fitness and Mental Health Challenge?

The rules of the 75 Hard Challenge include following a diet, drinking a gallon of water, exercising twice, and reading every day. In the age of social media, where before-and-after photos dominate platforms like Instagram and TikTok, a fitness and mental toughness challenge known as 75 Hard has gained immense popularity. But what exactly is […]