OHOW Weight Loss Clinic: A Success Story
More than one-third of Americans are obese. And as the prevalence of obesity continues to increase, the risk for several health conditions also increases. Often, obesity is associated with the risk of health issues such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and stroke. But being obese can also make surgery more challenging and can increase your […]
Workout At Home: 7 Tips to Keep You Safe and Healthy
A month into the new year, you may still be figuring out how to keep yourself accountable to new fitness goals. Setting up a workout at home routine is an affordable and easy way to keep yourself on track to meet goals. But it might not be as easy as it seems, especially if you’re […]
5 Secrets to Staying Fit During the Holidays – Holiday Fitness Tips
‘Tis the season for fun, festivities, and extra time with friends and family. It’s almost inevitable that your regular health and fitness routine will take the backseat during this season of cheer. But keeping on track with fitness during the holiday season doesn’t mean giving up all the indulgences, and keeping active is well worth […]
Tis the Season for Football Turf Toe: What to Understand About this Injury
Turf toe is common among American football players that affects the big toe joint. Frequently pushing off with the toes in a sprint or making sudden movements while running is often the culprit of causing this painful condition. Dealing with this injury is not only painful, but it can also cause damage to the bones […]
Top 10 Benefits of Yoga for Your Health
Yoga, a practice known for its health and relaxation benefits, has become an everyday exercise among all age groups. If you’ve never tried yoga, you may be intimidated by popular photos online of people practicing acro yoga. However, most yoga practices offer health benefits for people at all stages of flexibility, athletic ability, and stamina. […]
Rowing Tips to Stay Safe this Summer While Enjoying the Water
During the warmer months, getting out on the water can be a fun and exciting recreational activity. Among the many water sports, rowing is a versatile, low-impact activity that almost anyone can enjoy. It can be done competitively, for enjoyment, on a team, or individually. Plus, it’s a great way to involve many different muscle […]
Get Strong and Avoid Hip Osteoarthritis with a Hip and Core Strengthening Program
As we age, it is crucial to maintain and strengthen an essential muscle group – the core. Core strength is fundamental for many activities as this muscle group stabilizes your body. It allows you to keep balanced and can impact how your arms and legs function. Strengthening the muscles of the core and hips is […]
Health Walking for the SilverSneakers Generation
We all know that exercise is essential for our mental and physical health. And, we know that keeping active becomes increasingly important as we age. Mobility, balance, and heart health can all be improved with a bit of daily exercise and can lead us to live a longer, happier, and pain-free life. A simple but […]
Frisbee Golf with Friends: 5 Ways to Make the Most of the Game
Frisbee golf, also known as disc golf, has been one of the fastest-growing sports in recent years. With COVID-19 shutdowns forcing many sports activities and team leagues to hit pause, frisbee golf gained popularity as a socially distanced sport, even in pre-pandemic times. And this heart-healthy, calorie-burning activity isn’t going anywhere, anytime soon. At Orthopaedic […]