Exercise is one of the best tools to become healthy and fit. It can help you lower the risk of developing many serious diseases, such as cancer, heart disease, stroke and Type 2 diabetes. One of the most popular types of exercises is strength and conditioning exercise. It provides many health benefits not only to
If you find it difficult to stand on your toes, your feet tires quickly, and often become swollen, you may have flat feet. Also known as fallen arches, this refers to a condition where you have no arch on your foot or have a shallow one. The arc refers to the gap between the inner part
Every parent wants the best for their child. This usually means having them grow up to be strong individuals who are capable of great success. Many believe that this can be done by honing their children’s academic skills, making sure that they get the best grades in school. However, studies have also shown that holistic
Winter is right around the corner. As some people anticipate the holidays, others dread the joint and muscle pain that comes with the season. Lots of people with arthritis complain their conditions worsen during the cold season. Some even anticipate when a storm is coming because their knees start to hurt. But does science support
Finally, it’s the day before your first cycling race; all those weeks (or even months) of preparation is about to come to fruition. However, you should know that the day before your race can be crucial to tomorrow’s performance, and even the slightest lapse in preparation could be detrimental to the race’s outcome. That said,
Pre-diabetes was the doctor’s diagnosis several years ago. You were in denial briefly and did not want to take your Metformin. But the numbness in your extremities is becoming more frequent. You needed to shape up. You took control of your diet and started exercising again. You tried mountain trekking and trail runs. But it’s
Sports injuries happen even to the best athletes. We all know that NBA player Kevin Durant suffered from a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) this past season. There are many more athletes who suffer from injuries related to the sports they love. The list is endless. While these athletes have topnotch medical teams attending to
For years, you’ve been shying away from conversations. You’ve been finding it hard to make friends with other people. You’ve been suppressing your smile, fearing how people will judge you. You lost your confidence, and all for one reason: you have gaps between your teeth. Now, you finally had it. You had enough of those
Basketball might not be as dangerous as football or hockey, but it is still considered a contact sport. Collisions with other players, hard fouls, and tumbles are almost unavoidable — even well-known superstars are beginning to sport protective gear. 1. Shoes They might not seem like protective gear, but wait ‘til you try playing basketball
Did you injure your knee while playing baseball during that intense match in Orem? If you’re suffering from severe pain for a couple of weeks now, it could be a sign that you need to undergo knee replacement surgery. But what is knee replacement surgery, and how do you know if you need one? Below,