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Feel your best for the holidays with these 5 stretches

pt Health — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 15:53:13 +0000

The year flies by and before you know it, it’s autumn heading into winter. As we rake leaves, put away outdoor furniture, and start our holiday shopping, we might be left with sore and overworked muscles. Before you find yourself rubbing your neck and shoulders, consider booking a massage therapy session to help alleviate the built-up tension so you can ...

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3 tips that can help improve posture

pt Health — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 17:59:57 +0000

When spending a lot of time at your desk, it can be easy to forget about things like proper posture and you can end up with a sore neck and back. Spending time at a desk is often necessary, but it doesn’t have to lead to a stiff neck as long as you follow a few tips and take some time ...

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6 daily exercises you can do at home

pt Health — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 22:08:39 +0000

Incorporating regular exercise into your daily schedule has plenty of health benefits, helping you juggle everything else going on in your life. But you don’t need to go to the gym to get a good workout. Simple exercises you can do at home like squatting can take your body through a full range of movement, from the top of your ...

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5 fun tips to help you stay active indoors

pt Health — Tue, 15 Feb 2022 19:03:06 +0000

Looking for inspiration to help you get started on your fitness goals? It’s never too late. Here’s a friendly reminder that you don’t need fancy equipment to stay in shape. Keep reading to learn about five fun tips to help you stay active indoors. 1. Morning and night full-body stretching routine Stretching is beneficial for everybody. When done in the ...

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How to avoid stationary bike injuries

pt Health — Thu, 20 Jan 2022 19:47:30 +0000

Cycling has many health benefits as it provides a solid workout, helping you to improve your heart health and strengthen your core and leg muscles. This is just one of the many reasons why millions of us continue to choose the humble bicycle, invented in the early 19th century, as a regular method of transportation. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many people discovered (or ...

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Strength training can help prevent falls. Here’s how.

pt Health — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 13:26:00 +0000

Being fearful of falling and avoiding activity because of that fear is something that becomes more common as we age. Rather than decreasing the risk of falls, this can actually contribute to an increased risk of falling. Falls can decrease independence (due to injury), and overall quality of life as mobility and function are impacted. Avoiding activity also leads to ...

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Don’t let neck pain get in the way. Ease your discomfort with these tips

pt Health — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 15:28:01 +0000

During the pandemic, many people have shifted to working from home. After more than a year, a growing number of people are discovering that working from home can be a real pain in the neck – literally! Has a previously occasional nagging pain or stiffness in your neck become more focalized within your everyday life? You’re not the only one who’s neck deep in strife – we’re here ...

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