The prone opposite arm/leg lift, commonly known as the “Superman” exercise, should be an exercise staple for all of us and here’s why: Strengthens the Core This exercise targets our glutes, hamstrings and our back muscles along both sides of the spine which are essential for maintaining proper posture and supporting the spine. Strong core…
Posture Makeover To Reverse The Aging Process
As we age, our shoulders and upper back starts to round forward into a kyphotic, hunchback posture. This has been compounded with the age of work from home and virtual school as we slouch over our devices. This can cause neck and back pain, postural deviations, as well as make you look more aged and…
Fit(ish) in Your 60s – Week 5
Today, we complete our Fit-ish series with Brenda Braxton from KGW on how to be healthy and fit through the decades. The goal of the program was to provide tips for achieving optimal health without causing too much stress and anxiety. Fit-ish is about balance, not obsession. Here’s the Youtube clips from the full segments…
Posture Reset
Ideal posture is important because it helps your body function at top performance in all situations. Most back problems originate from years of abuse like…. Slouching in front of the TV Hunching over a desk Improper lifting and bending Poor posture Sedentary lifestyle A lifetime of poor posture, and poor lifting and bending habits may…
Correct Terrible Posture
Since many of us spend so much more time hunched over our laptops, Ipads and cell phones, it’s easy to see why many younger adults are depicting the typical hunch back posture that you normally wouldn’t get until you are in your 80s or 90s. We are even starting to see this kyphotic, hunch posture in our…