3 Best Exercises for Easing and Preventing Upper Back Pain
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Achy neck and pain in the upper back can be uncomfortable and hard to live with, but a few simple stretches daily can go a long way in pain relief. If you’ve been physically feeling as though you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, it’s a…
Want to Age Well? Bulletproof Your Hips by Performing This Stretch Daily
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If you are short on time and need a stretch that activates all the muscles and preps your body for movements, this one stretch fits the bill. It’s called the world’s greatest stretch. As the name claims, this PNF stretching is one of the best stretches, if not the best…
Want to Age Well? These Simple Stretches Will Loosen Your Tight Hips and Reduce Back Pain
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Hip pain and stiffness are all-too-common issues. In fact, most people you meet have probably suffered from hip tightness in the past (or they may be currently experiencing the said problem). In this article, we’ll take a closer look at some of the best stretches to loosen up these chronically…
Want to Build Strength and Muscle? Here Are the 3 Most Important Exercises You Should Be Doing
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If you want to build strength and gain muscle, these are the 3 most important exercises you should be doing. Exercise has become so complicated over the past few decades. Nowadays, in order to work out, you need ten pieces of equipment, a partner, and 2 hours dedicated to your…
The 6 Most Important Stretches for (Intense) Lower Back Pain
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For someone who’s never experienced low back pain, it’s difficult to fully convey just how devastating this condition can be. Literally, any movement can cause unbearable, shooting pain in the back and legs. In some cases, it can even be impossible to find a comfortable position. This makes sleeping and recovering…
I’m a Physical Therapist and These Are the 5 Middle Back Stretches I Recommend Every Day for a Healthy Spine
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Our bodies are supported by the 33 vertebrae, supporting the muscles and stabilizing the spinal cord. The cervical spine is supported by the first 7 bones in the neck. The middle 12 bones in the middle back are the thoracic spine. The last bones in the lower back make up…
Want to Age Well? These 3 Exercises Will Strengthen Your Core and Improve your Balance
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Good core strength is key to good health and healthy aging. Whether you are riding a bike, carrying grocery bags, or simply standing straight, a strong core is what keeps your torso steady. It’s also what holds up your spine, mobilizes your full body, and brings balance and stability. If…
3 Foods Cardiologists Want You To Avoid To Safeguard Your Heart
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Eating everything in moderation is good in theory, but not when it comes to these 3 foods. Cardiologists want you to avoid them at all costs. Being a Cardiologist in the United States is not for the faint of heart. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America,…
I Was a Master Procrastinator. This 3-Step Method Helped Me Quit.
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Nothing can send you on a guilt trip faster than habitual procrastination. I was a master procrastinator and couldn’t shake my ill habit for years. I was guilty of constant procrastination. The chances are, you are too. I started the morning with the full intention of tackling one task, only…
This Military Trick Can Help You Fall Asleep Instantly In Under 2 Minutes
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Struggling to fall asleep night after night? Here is how to fall asleep in 120 seconds. This military-tested trick guarantees instant slumber under any condition. Whether you are in the military out on an assignment or struggling with insomnia, sleep is a luxury. Being able to switch off and knock…