5 Hamstring Exercises for Lower Body Strength

Although the hamstrings are best known for their role in flexing the knee, you might be surprised to learn they do much more. The hamstrings originate at the ischial tuberosity (that’s the bony protrusion that you can feel on your buttocks commonly referred to as the...

5 Minute Knee Pain Relief Exercise

Do certain exercises cause knee problems? If you Google “best exercises for knee pain,” here is what you’ll find: “To get relief from knee pain and prevent future knee problems, warm up the knees before activities by walking and stretching the muscles in the...

Exercises to Ease Arthritis Pain

Arthritis is typically characterized by joint pain and stiffness. Did you know that simple exercises can help ease arthritis pain?   Arthritis Facts   It is estimated that 50 million U.S. adults have doctor-diagnosed arthritis (1/5) 10% of all adults have...

AquaStretch for Low Back Pain

The Body says YES to AquaStretch!   This week, we look at another great water exercise technique that increases mobility and reduces pain called: AquaStretch. AquaStretch This assisted stretching and myofascial release technique is known to free the body of...

5 Unique Exercises For Hip Pain

Did you know that the hip is the largest joint in the body?  Its ball and socket design allows it to move freely in all planes of motion – front to back, right to left and rotate right to left.  Because of the deep socket, it can also integrate these pure motions into...

Strength Exercises after Knee Replacement

A knee replacement, most often, is no joke. I’m here to help you get back on your feet quicker using a few simple exercises. Not only will you feel good doing these exercises, but you will also improve the long-term results of your surgery. Let’s start at...