Monthly Archives: May 2012
Heading to the Gym for Endorphins
I sent my husband a text yesterday: “Heading to the gym.” He wrote me back within two seconds: “Good for you!” I know what he’s really thinking: “Thank goodness! She’s been so grumpy these past few days. She’s going to feel so much better after a good workout.” And he’s right. I felt so much […]READ MORE
Back and Neck Pain Presentation to Innsbrook Wellness Forum
Lori Strobl, PT, DPT with Bon Secours Sports Medicine and Physical Therapy recently presented to the Innsbrook Wellness Forum about back and neck pain. Neck and back pain is very common and there are many causes of the pain. Lori’s focus was on the ergonomics of your desk set up while at work. Many of […]READ MORE
Dropping Pounds in the Weight Room
It was the most beautiful, warm spring day. The kind of weather you can only hope happens to occur during the weekend when you have time to enjoy it. But instead of heading to the pool on this Saturday morning, I’m in the weight room under bad fluorescent lighting. With about six other people. And one […]READ MORE
Battling Arthritis, Anxiety and Depression
People diagnosed with arthritis may need to be screened for anxiety and depression. Federal researchers have found that one-third of adults in the United States with arthritis, ages 45 and older, report having anxiety or depression, according to a news release from publisher Wiley-Blackwell. In fact, anxiety is nearly twice as common as depression among […]READ MORE