What is Plantar Fasciitis? Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that connects the heel bone to the toes. When inflamed, it can cause a stabbing pain, typically felt during your first steps in the morning or after long...
Misuse of Cold Therapies & Pain-killers Cold therapies, such as cold baths or ice packs, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Tylenol (acetaminophen) and Advil (ibuprofen), are often used to manage muscle soreness and inflammation resulting...
Why Everyone Should be Taking Creatine Monohydrate Creatine monohydrate is one of the most widely studied and commonly used supplements in the world, particularly among athletes and those looking to enhance their physical performance. It’s a substance naturally...
The Effects of Undereating and Overtraining Adaptive thermogenesis: When you consume too few calories, your body enters a state of energy conservation, slowing down metabolic processes to preserve energy. This reduction in metabolic rate is known as adaptive...
Why It is Important to Build Muscle (especially as we age)! Improved Strength & Enhanced Bone Density: Building muscle increases overall strength, making daily tasks easier and reducing the risk of injury during physical activities. Resistance training also...
