Prolonged sitting and high impact activities like running can lead to tight hip muscles and low back pain caused by muscle imbalances. Try these 7 stretches to get relief.

A brief introduction to the adrenal system and adrenal fatigue.

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, as we’ve been told, and indeed a lot of research supports that idea. In a recent 2020 study, researchers found that eating a big breakfast rather than a large dinner could help prevent obesity and high blood sugar. The Mayo Clinic ...

Our pets have always been important to us, but we really learned to appreciate them during the COVID-19 pandemic. With government lockdowns in place, many of us felt lonely and isolated at times. Fortunately, our four-legged friends were there to help us cope with those feelings. “A lot of us ...

Just as your favorite show gets to its climax, the screen changes and you’re on a commercial break. Usually, these regular breaks can seem like wasted time while you sit on the couch and wait for your show to return. But what if you could utilize those two minutes to ...

As a yoga instructor, I see many of the same misalignments in my students and in myself. Maintaining proper alignment in yoga poses is how we practice yoga safely, avoid injuries and get the most benefit out of each posture. In this article, I will take you through the dos ...

You know that eating too much sugar isn’t good for you. Researchers reported in 2016 that consumption of added sugars is associated with an increased risk of a variety of chronic diseases, including obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), as well as cognitive decline and even ...

Laura figured it was just a rash. Her skin had been dry lately, and she had allergies. She must have touched something she shouldn’t have, or maybe her laundry detergent was bothering her. She shrugged it off, but the next day, it was worse. She checked in the mirror and ...

As you age, it becomes increasingly important to maintain your strength in the core muscles associated with stability and balance. Core strength is not only essential for many everyday tasks but is also a key to reducing the risk of falling. Spending just a few minutes each day on some ...

Back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide. In fact, it is estimated that as much as 80% of the population will experience back pain at some point. Not surprisingly, we receive countless questions from followers of Exercises For Injuries asking us how to relieve and eliminate back pain. ...