TP BLOG
Welcome to our blog, here you will find information on fitness, nutrition, weight training, general healthy and physical therapy. It is our hope you will find the information useful and as always please ask us if you have any questions.
Blood Pressure Control In The U.S.
Check out the infographic below to learn more about how you can lower your BP; control some risks, etc. You can also click on this link https://www.cdc.gov/bloodpressure/docs/consumered_hbp.pdf to learn more about the various risk factors.
Meal Prep these healthy Veggies!
For the past several months we have been focusing on Meal Prep and how helpful it is in ensuring you get good healthy meals instead of “unhealthy” takeout. Preparing ahead saves you time, money but prepping your veggies ahead of time can be a challenge since they...
Just Breathe
Now that the holidays are over it is time to take a deep breath! Although breathing is a natural body function that we take for granted, most of us do not breathe correctly or understand that we have the ability to control our breathing. Optimal breathing is key to...
What is Trigger Point Dry-Needling (TPDN)?
Dry needling is a technique used by Physical Therapists to help treat myofascial pain (i.e. muscle pain). Many people have experienced pain relief from dry needling and therapists have used it to help patients return to performing activities of daily living and...
Tips to Sitting Up Straight
Working nine to five, many of us spend the majority of the day trapped behind a desk and staring at a computer. That’s about forty hours a week sitting, and without the proper posture, it can cause major back pain. Problem is, between meetings, deadlines, and endless...
Common Low Back Pain vs. Serious Pathology: When to Seek Help
Low back pain remains one of the most common reasons for visits to the family doctor. The world health organization has estimated that 90% of people will develop low back pain at some point in their life. Of those, almost 80% will have a recurrent or chronic back...
Island Teriyaki Salmon Quinoa Bowl
Tired of salmon? The ingredient list might not convince you this is a very exciting dinner - but this teriyaki marinade and a sprinkle of scallions will make this your new go-to meal. Ingredients: 4 ounce salmon filet 1/4 cup Teriyaki sauce 1/4 cup quinoa, cooked 1...
Avocado Strawberry Caprese
This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, grain-free, nut-free, refined sugar-free and soy-free and.. quite YUMMY! It is my new favorite summer salad (although I don't like avocado so left that out). The combination of strawberries, basil, avocado (if you like it) and...
TRX “Y” and “T” Can Help Improve Your Posture
TRX “Ys” and “T's” are good exercises for strong shoulders and upper back. You can combine the two exercises to target the rear deltoids and traps. Having these muscles strong improves your posture and supports good shoulder health. It’s a great exercise to counteract...
Your Sleeping Position Can Effect Your Sleep
Waking up refreshed can be the beginning of a great day. Restful sleep is the goal for all of us but there is more going on when we lie down to rest than meets the eye. Sleep is when much of our tissue healing takes place. Every day, through our activities and...
The Benefits of Sweating
We hear complaints about sweating all the time so thought this post might help explain why sweating is a good thing and beneficial to our health. “The almost 1 liter of sweat our bodies produce per day can strengthen our immune system and give us healthy-looking...
Functional Training
Daily exercise not only leads to stronger bones, more energy and a better mood but it also greatly increases the likelihood that we can maintain our independence and perform everyday tasks with ease as we age. “According to the Centers for Disease Control and...