An estimated 30% of Americans have a condition called pes planus, also known as fallen arches or, more commonly, flat feet. This condition occurs when the sole partially or fully touch the ground when the person is standing. Although flat feet are not considered a serious medical condition, and some people who have flat feet … Read more
Running a 5k is often seem as almost a right of passage for many beginner-intermediate level runners. Not only is it an accessible goal for anyone just starting out, or new to running… but it’s an excellent stepping stone for more challenging races later. Your personal 5K time can also be used as a benchmark … Read more
I come from a very competitive family, and when it comes to weight loss and looking good, I always end up last. I’ve tried crash diets and crazy, shaking-vibrating-heating machines… and yet and I’ve still fallen short of my modest weight loss goal. So when it came to choosing a new exercise machine, I considered … Read more
An elliptical machine is a great way to get a cardio workout without impact on the feet or joints, so it’s ideal for injury recovery and people prone to shock and stress problems. Because the feet never leave the pedals of the machine, and it takes the legs through a gentle, elliptical range of motion, … Read more
You’re driving down the road and see something in the distance… it’s coming at you. Moving at a decent pace. As your car approaches this graceful creature, you are in awe of it. Behold… the runner! Ummmm? Wait. Rewind. Let’s be honest, there is nothing about running that is pretty. Well, except maybe the cute … Read more