In our modern age of innovation and technology, we are more and more reliant and dependent on using computers and mobile devices in our everyday life. As we enjoy the ease of access to social media, newsfeeds, text messaging, or fun games on our mobile devices, you may not realize that you may be developing … Continue reading 3 Exercises to Improve Your Posture in the Coming Year
Category: Fitness
Occupational Ergonomics – Working and Walking Postures
As you may know, proper ergonomics helps to prevent many work-related injuries. In addition to having a proper workstation setup, proper lifting mechanics are also important. As we had discussed in an earlier blog post, our bodies act as a lever when we are lifting things or moving things, so it is very important to … Continue reading Occupational Ergonomics – Working and Walking Postures
The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of Isaiah Austin and Marfan Syndrome
Recently, Isaiah Austin announced that he was cleared by doctors to pursue his professional basketball career via Instagram. You might be wondering, who is Isaiah Austin, or what makes his situation so unique? Let's backtrack a bit first. What makes his story so special is less about his basketball prowess and more about his determination … Continue reading The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of Isaiah Austin and Marfan Syndrome
Exercises and Meal Plans to Prevent Osteoporosis
Globally, 1 in 3 women and 1 in 10 men over 55 years of age will have osteoporosis. About 10 million Americans have osteoporosis. Osteoporosis means porous bones. After age 30, our bodies start to experience more bone loss due to decreased levels of osteoblasts, cells responsible for bone formation, unable to keep up with … Continue reading Exercises and Meal Plans to Prevent Osteoporosis