Stretching is the part of our workout regimen many of us tend to skip. We might say it is because of lack of time, impatience or a feeling that stretching is “pointless.” However it is important that our joints are able to move in various directions with a certain degree of freedom. As our bodies…
Category Archives: Exercises
Suffering From Lower Back Pain? Stretch Your Hip Muscles
One of the most common problems that we see at my Chiropractic office in Springfield, VA is lower back pain. One main cause of lower back pain is tight hip muscles. Most of my patients sit for long periods time for work and this causes the hip muscles to tighten up. When your hip muscles tighten up this…
The #1 Thing That You Can Do To Live a Healthier, Longer Life
This is a great video illustrating the #1 thing that you can do to live a healthier, longer life. The question is can you limit your sitting & sleeping to just 23 and 1/2 hours? Movement is essential for the body and chiropractic care helps the body function optimally.
Is Going Barefoot Really a Prescription for Fewer Running-Related Injuries?
The latest in performance footwear isn’t on display at America’s elite university track programs. Nor will you find it on the pitch at professional soccer games. You won’t see it on the baseball diamond, basketball court or football field either. Why not? Because the most recent innovation in athletic shoes (at least among a small…
Which Type of Yoga Is Right For You?
Yoga is becoming a more and more popular activity. The number of places holding Yoga classes of many different types is on the rise. With a choice of Hatha Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, Power Yoga, Iyengar Yoga, Bikram Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga and many more it can be easy to get confused. This article will help you…