It’s not always easy to know the first place you can begin when it comes to making adjustments in your life for your health and wellbeing. Some people tell you exercise, some say diet, and some even suggest making little changes in all areas all at once! It can be a little overwhelming, and often,
Category Archives: Health and Wellness
20 Feb, 2021
Keep Your Joints Safe While Exercising with These 3 Helpful Tips
There is no doubt that exercise is important, but it can definitely take a toll on your joints. The US Department of Health and Human Services recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise every week, or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic exercise. It can be difficult to determine how to keep your joints
10 Feb, 2021
The 5 Most Important Reasons for Stretching
Your body does more work throughout the day than you may even realize. Your organs, joints, and muscles all work together seamlessly so you can function at your optimum level. Because your body works so hard every day, it is important to take time to tend to it. Healthy dieting and exercise are crucial habits
10 Jan, 2021
Start Your Day Right with These 3 Morning Routines
Ready to Take the Day by Storm? Not everybody looks forward to early mornings with the same zest and enthusiasm as, say, an evening out with friends. If you’re ready for a shift in approach to your morning routine, one that leaves you feeling energized and healthy, Agility Physical Therapy & Sports Performance has a
20 Dec, 2020
Is Your Posture Poor? If So, It May Lead to Shoulder Impingement
Living with Pain From Poor Posture? We Can Help In most areas of the body, bone is surrounded by muscles and tendons that allow that part of the body to move. The shoulder is different. It is actually made up of three bones – the humerus or arm bone, the scapula or shoulder blade, and
10 Dec, 2020
The Importance of Wearing the Correct Footwear During Athletic Activity
Are You Wearing the Proper Footwear? The squat is one of the primary exercises in strengthening the core. As renowned strength coach Mark Rippetoe notes the squat is one exercise that works those core muscles. From weekend warriors to pro athletes, those of us concerned about maintaining a high fitness level rely on a strong
20 Nov, 2020
Training Your Body with Blood Flow Restriction
Did You Know Blood Flow Restriction Could Help You Achieve Your Physical Goals? If you’ve been at the gym recently and notice someone weightlifting with bands wrapped around their biceps, they are likely trying out a new training regimen called Blood Flow Restriction Training, or BFR. The strategy behind Blood Flow Restriction Training is to
10 Nov, 2020
Discover the Benefits of Stretching Today!
Did You Know Stretching Could Improve Your Overall Health? Can some simple physical motions dramatically improve your overall health, wellness, and quality of life? In the case of stretching, the answer is most definitely yes. Many folks beginning an exercise or physical therapy regimen are given a specific set of exercises, but these instructions don’t
10 Aug, 2020
Discover How to Achieve a Proper Recovery Period with These Helpful Tips
A recovery period is the amount of time you take between workouts. This period of time is when the benefits of your physical activity take place in your body. Without a recovery period, your muscles won’t be able to build, repair, and strengthen in the ways you want them to. While exercise is undoubtedly important,
20 Jul, 2020
Find Natural Pain Relief for Your Concussion with PT Treatments
Concussions are a serious concern for athletes, especially those competing in high-impact sports. It is a serious condition that can hinder both your physical and mental capabilities for a period of time. Concussions typically happen from a trauma-based impact, usually either from a sports injury or motor vehicle accident. While concussions can be painful and
