Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS One of the main goals of physical therapy is to help you become more independent and continue being physically active after you are finished with your treatment.
Can Exercise Apps Improve Your Workouts?
Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS A common misconception for many people is that technology-driven fitness content from fitness apps and the internet equals quality exercise and this will lead to better health and weight loss
Returning to Exercise After a Cardiac Incident , Procedure or Diagnosis
Jonathon Stavres MS, ACSM-EP-C The first and foremost recommendation for recently discharged CVD patients is to attend Phase II (commonly referred to as outpatient) cardiac rehabilitation.
Osteoarthritis and Exercise; The most effective non-drug treatment
By Brandon Pollock MS, ACSM-EP-C Exercise is thought to be the most effective non-drug treatment for reducing pain and improving movement for people with osteoarthritis.
Improve Your Functional Fitness; Try these Simple at-Home Exercises
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS Maintaining your functional mobility as you age will require you to engage in some form of physical activity and exercise
Exercise with a Friend to Improve Depression
By Gabe Sanders PhD, NSCA-CSCS While there is no easy way to cope or cure depression, a natural therapy that has been found to be effective for many people is to exercise or be physically active with other people.
Exercise or Activity? Something is better than nothing
By Jonathon Stavres MS The difference between these two terms may be the difference in accomplishing, or falling short of physical activity goals.
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and Exercise; Is it safe?
Brandon Pollock MS, ACSM-EP-C We now know that exercise does not increase people’s risk of developing ALS. Instead, exercise actually appears to offer some protection against the disease.
You can and should exercise safely during pregnancy
Brandon Pollock MS, ACSM-EP-C Pregnant women with no contraindications to exercise are encouraged to exercise throughout the pregnancy, as exercise provides benefits for both the mother and child.