Fitness & Wellness
Beyond Ice: Smarter Injury Recovery with PEACE & LOVE
In Part 1 of this series, we looked at why the old RICE method (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) may not always be the best way to recover from sprains and strains. Research shows that inflammation is part of healing and that movement often beats complete rest. Now...
Is RICE Still Right? Rethinking RICE Injury Recovery
For years, the go-to advice after a sprain or strain was simple: Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation. But new research shows that stopping inflammation completely might not be the best path to healing. This is the first article in a two-part series. Here we will look...
Avoid Stiffness While Traveling with These Exercises
Whether you're flying across the country or road-tripping to your favorite summer spot, long hours of sitting can leave your body feeling stiff, sore, and uncomfortable. Prolonged travel slows circulation, tightens your hips, and puts added pressure on your lower back...
Post-Hike Stretches to Prevent Soreness
After a hike, your muscles have been working hard stretching, stabilizing, and supporting you with every step. And if you don’t take a few minutes to cool down, all that tension can leave you feeling stiff and sore the next day. That’s why post-hike stretching is so...
Stay Mobile During Long Workdays
As the days get longer, many of us are itching to get outside. But let’s be real, for most of us, long hours spent sitting at a desk are still a reality. Too much sitting can leave you feeling stiff, achy, and low on energy. Your muscles tighten, circulation slows...
Stay Injury-Free During Spring & Summer Sports
Athletes of all levels are eager to get back into their favorite spring and summer sports, from baseball and tennis to soccer and pickleball. Jumping right in without a proper warm-up can put you at greater risk of injury. Without a foundation of strength and...