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The Powerful Connection Between Exercise and a Longer, Healthier Life In a world where the quest for health and longevity often leads us toward the latest health fads and miracle supplements, perhaps the most potent tool for extending our years and improving our quality of life is right under our noses: exercise. In part of his enlightening book, "Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity," Peter Attia unpacks the profound impact of physical activity on our lifespan and healthspan, urging ...

Gratitude November is commonly associated with the practice of Gratitude. This time of year, we tend to reflect on the people and things we appreciate the most as the Thanksgiving holiday approaches. What is not as commonly discussed is that practicing gratitude (in November and all year long) has significant health benefits! Maybe enough to balance out all the holiday goodies we consume? I’m not sure. The World Health Organization defines health as “A state of complete physical, m...

What to Expect When you Experience an Episode of Back Pain When you experience an acute episode of low back pain, you probably want to know what is causing the pain, what can be done about it, and how long it will take you to recover. Understanding what to expect can be an important part of the healing process. Although the course of back pain can vary quite a bit from one individual to the next, there are general observations that apply to most people: In by far the majority of cases, imagi...

Growth There are many things we associate with Springtime; warmer days, blooming flowers, fresh air, the sun feeling so good on your face, and a reminder that summer is on its way. It feels energizing and it's often a time when goals are set or revisited. Much like January 1st, this time of year feels like a good time to reset, clean out, exercise, eat healthy, etc.  This can feel overwhelming if the end goal you desire is far away from where you are in the present. I’ve learned th...

What is Shoulder Impingement Syndrome? Shoulder impingement syndrome is a common condition leading to pain in the shoulder region. Rather than a specific diagnosis, it is collection of signs and symptoms and can involve one or more of several shoulder structures. Due to a fairly narrow space between the top of the long bone of the upper arm (humerus) and the overhanging rim of the shoulder blade, tissues interposed can become compressed. This leads to pain in the front and side of the shoulder,...