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Embarking on a fitness journey is an exciting decision, but finding the perfect gym to support your goals can be a daunting task. With so many options available, it's crucial to choose a gym that aligns with your preferences, needs, and aspirations. Here are the top five things to look for when selecting the ideal fitness haven: A Supportive Community: One of the most significant factors that can make or break your gym experience is the sense of community. A supportive enviro

Do you have headaches and shoulder pain? Did you know the two could be related!? Check out this blog to see just how that might be the cases

Squats are an incredible tool to help build strength and health but there are also a lot of myths that go along with them.

The psoas muscle, pronounced as "SO-as," is a critical yet muscle in our body. It plays a crucial role in hip flexion and the stability of our lower back and pelvis. When the psoas muscle becomes tight or tense, it can lead to discomfort, pain, and even postural issues. As we saw in the first blog about the Psoas, sometimes it can be blamed for issues that it might not be causing, so testing is crucial before you start treating it. Once you have found the muscle be to part of

Introduction Have you ever heard of the psoas muscle? It's a special muscle in our body that helps us move and stand up straight. In this blog, we'll talk about what the psoas muscle does, why it's important, and what can go wrong with it. What Is the Psoas Muscle? The psoas muscle is a long, thick muscle deep inside our body. It starts in our lower back, goes through our pelvis, and attaches to our leg bone. This muscle helps us do things like lifting our knee, walking, and

Sciatica, everyone had heard of it a the majority has felt it. Today we cover what it is, how its produced, and how to treat it.

Of all the joints in the body, the shoulder joint is one of the most complex and versatile. This joint allows for a wide range of motion, which makes it possible to perform a variety of activities such as lifting, reaching, and throwing. However, this mobility also makes the shoulder joint susceptible to injury, particularly in the rotator cuff. The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, providing support and stability. The rotator cu

Deadlifting is one of the most popular strength exercises around. It is a compound exercise that engages multiple muscle groups, including the back, legs, and core. Deadlifting involves lifting a barbell off the ground while maintaining proper form, and is often used by athletes and fitness enthusiasts to improve overall strength and power. In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of deadlifting and why you might want to consider adding this exercise to your workout routine.

This article is part six in the low back pain series. It is the final article in this series, and will look to address lower back pain without movement limitations. If you have not read the previous articles and you are unsure which category of back pain you are having, please read through the first article to help you navigate your categorization HERE. If you have already done so, and/or you have been told that you are unstable with your lower back, stick on this article to

This article is part five of the low back pain series, and begins to address low back pain that does not have any accompanying leg symptoms (any pain below the butt). If you DO have leg symptoms, please start back at post 3 HERE to find the appropriate approach for your pain. If you would prefer a video summary click HERE. This particular categorization is for people with lower back pain with no leg symptoms that might describe their back pain as “stiff” or “locked up.” Stiff

This article is part three of the low back pain series, and further addresses low back pain with symptoms that go into the leg WITHOUT any identifiable pattern. If you are unsure whether your symptoms that move into your leg have a pattern, please revisit the previous post HERE. If you're looking for a video summary of todays post, click HERE. It’s important to note that if you are unsure of whether or not you have a pattern with your leg symptoms, that’s okay! Many times, fi

This article is part three of the low back pain series, and addresses identifying patterns in low back pain with symptoms that go into the leg. If you have not yet read the previous article, please find it HERE to better understand how this article can be of help to you as you navigate your lower back pain. If you would prefer a video summary click HERE. This article is taking a look at lower back pain, and more specifically, the first categorization of low back pain that inc

Categorization of low back pain If your just joining us on this blog series, then click HERE to check out part 1 in which we highlight the top 4 misconceptions about low back pain If you would perfer to here Dr. Loren summarize todays blog post then click HERE! Low back pain is something that many people struggle with, and is often painful and limiting enough that many will eventually seek treatment. For a long time, many clinicians simply picked a low back treatment and gave

Want to fix your low back pain, it needs to start by breaking down these major misconceptions that are common in our society.