How Quickly Do We Become Unfit?
In my opinion, one of life’s injustices is how quickly all the effort we put into an exercise program begins to unravel during a period of prolonged inactivity. This was front and center in my mind recently, when I experienced a hip injury. I could no longer lift the...
A Different Way to “Exercise” Your Bones? A Review of the Hype and the Science Behind Vibration Platforms
I get asked a lot of questions about the effectiveness of vibration platforms. Before I describe what these machines are, let’s take a quick visit to Bone Biology 101. Why and How Exercise Strengthens Our Bones Bone adapts to what is demanded of it – this is the...
Go Take a Hike – It’s Good for Your Bones!
There’s a free and no skill required remedy to get more exercise, strengthen your bones, and decrease your stress, and it’s waiting just outside your door – taking a walk. Countless research studies point toward the benefits of walking to improve overall fitness....