So, your latest DXA shows some density loss? You’ve entered a category that increases your fracture risk because your bone test shows more porous pockets than normal bone. Hang on to your wig: here’s a fantastic exercise option for osteopenia. Read more...

When it comes to fighting arthritis, there’s no arguing with the axiom “move it or lose it.” Movement and physical activity have been proven effective in relieving arthritis pain and, in some cases, delaying the onset of symptoms. Read more...

Found in: Arthritis

A pair of premium resistance bands can work better than a traditional, linear, (boring) fitness program. But there’s one huge limiting factor in how they’re typically used, and you may be missing a huge movement opportunity. Read more...

If you had 2-ton weight of a bad mood dragging you down, the mere suggestion of a 30 minute walk can simply paralyze you. And this isn’t anything like depression. So now what do you do? Read more...

Found in: Depression

21.8 minutes of lost life for every hour watched. That’s the precise measurement coming from a widely reported Australian study of watching TV. So, is watching “Glee,” “Law and Order” and “Monday Night Football” slowly killing you? Not quite. Read more...

Found in: Obesity

Your life is about movement. Life is not dieting. It never will be. Your health and wellness is about being able to complete your mission in life, whatever that may look like. The bottom line is, you have to do the Work. Yes, work with a capital “W.” Read more...

Found in: Aging

Given the millions of Baby Boomers who are aging into bold and dynamic seniors, one of the big emerging trends is functional resistance training. In fact, it’s hard to even call it a trend considering the power it packs behind it. Read more...

One of the most difficult situations in which you need to decide between home care or professional care is when something affects your joints. Figuring out when things will get better on their own and when you have a more serious problem is not easy. Read more...

Found in: Arthritis

In the world of fitness, HIIT means High Intensity Interval Training. HIIT is popular because it works. It shuffles aside all that blah, blah, blah information and gets down to the nitty gritty of what you want: to get fit. Read more...

If your car’s wheels are out of alignment, you’ll feel the pull. Same with your body. Once you teach it what good posture feels like, it doesn’t want to sway, sink, slouch, or slump. But It doesn’t get done to you. You have the work to do. Read more...