Does time really heal all wounds? When it comes to soft tissue injuries, the answer is “No.” And in fact, even when wounds do heal, they usually don’t heal as strongly as the uninjured tissue surrounding them. This is why many people experience the same injury, ache or pain over and over again through the [...]

Many of us getting ready to go on vacation are starting to pull our dusty golf clubs and (let’s face it) rusty golf swing out of the closet. Before you head out for your Holiday golf game make sure that your golf swing and game is up to par! (I couldn’t help myself). To really [...]

Whether you’re a professional athlete or a weekend warrior, injuries are bound to happen! Here’s a look at some of the most common injuries. Low back strain: The weekend warrior is especially vulnerable. Without regular and proper strength training an activity like soccer or baseball, that requires a lot of kicking or rotating, can cause undue low [...]

Running a 5K is the perfect goal for new runners. It’s not too far (3.1 miles), and with advance preparation you’ll be ready to go! Just think of the sense of accomplishment you’ll feel as you cross the finish line and join the party with your fellow racers, friends and family!       Follow [...]

Spring is around the corner, and the nicer weather is just coaxing us to get outside and be active! Perhaps you made a commitment (or a New Year’s resolution) that this would be the year to get physically fit. Are you struggling with a plan? Let’s look at how to get physically fit and what [...]

There is no better way to kick- off your Thanksgiving than to get in a little exercise while benefiting local charities. The 7th annual Applied Materials “Silicon Valley Turkey Trot” has raised more than $1.5 million for Second Harvest Food Bank, the Housing Trust of Santa Clara County Bank, and Santa Clara County Children’s Health [...]

The age-old practice of yoga is very much alive in our communities today.  From gentle yoga to Bikram yoga, there is a style for just about any issue, including fertility. Restorative yoga classes are those most recommended to aid fertility and conception.  These classes aid the body, mind, and soul in learning the art of [...]

Water or a sports drink. Which should you grab on your way to your workout? Which best helps an athlete recover from strenuous physical activity? We tend to think that water offers the most benefits but it is actually sodium that helps an athlete recover. After doing an extensive study on sports- type drinks, we [...]

Does athletic shoe shopping drive you crazy? Visit any shoe store and you’ll be treated to row upon row of colorful, high tech shoes that are designed for running, hiking, cross training and virtually every sport you can imagine. Is there really a difference from one shoe to another? Perhaps. Most fitness experts will recommend a shoe designed specifically [...]

Too busy during the holidays to hit the gym for your usual workout or class? Check out these ideas from Carolyn Rogan, coordinator for the Exercise and Sports Nutrition Clinic at the TWU Institute for Women’s Health to make it a happy and healthy holiday season! Get double duty from your shopping by power walking. Wear [...]