by Dr. Betty Stasinos | May 27, 2016 | Active Health News, exercise
Lifting lighter weights for higher repetitions (12-20 reps) will build strength and endurance while lifting heavier weights for fewer repetitions (6-10 reps) builds strength and bulk, but the heavier weights also pose a greater chance for injury. Avoid lifting heavy... by John Panopoulos | May 19, 2016 | exercise, pain-relief, Uncategorized
Attention workstation jockeys: you need a break! Sitting stationary for an extended time leads to imbalances that can strain muscles and joints. Here’s an exercise that “re-sets” those imbalances. Sitting at a desk for prolonged periods leads to poor posture and is... by Dr. Betty Stasinos | May 18, 2016 | Active Health News, exercise, pain-relief
How to ward off negative health effects of sitting all day We know that sitting for prolonged periods of time is bad for our health, but many people are required to spend the bulk of their day behind a desk. If standing isn’t an option, here are some ways to re-adjust... by Dr. Betty Stasinos | May 12, 2016 | Active Health News, functional-medicine
Our Smartphone Addiction is Playing Havoc with Our Bodies In today’s world, it’s become normal to see everyone around you with a smartphone glued to the side of their head, their eyes fixated on the small screen as if in a trance, or their thumbs typing faster than...