Preventing Dehydration: Let’s Raise a Glass or Three!
We are made up of an average of 60% water! Our brain is made of a surprising 75% water and even our bones are 30% water. With so much of our bodies made of water it’s no surprise that dehydration has a strong impact. A human can live for weeks without eating food, but can […]
Start Getting Better Sleep in 5 Simple Steps
It’s no secret that sleep is needed for our mental and physical function. In one of our previous blogs we talked about all the benefits of adequate sleep. Although, we might not always get the proper amount of sleep, we all know how we feel when we don’t sleep well. But despite how much we […]
Can Physical Therapy Help with Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Did you know? RA affects 0.4-1% of the population in North America 2-3 times more common in females than males Most commonly diagnosed in women 30-60 years of age Individuals with RA are 8 times more likely to have the functional disability compared with adults in the general population from the same community It can […]
Is Cardio or Weight Training Better for Your Health?
Many of us are ramping up our workouts as sunny, beach weather approaches in New Jersey. However, what should your workout focus on this spring to get into the best shape? Should you do cardio or lift weights for the best results and effects? Short answer is…BOTH! Let’s dive in a little further! What Does […]
Don’t Forget to Breathe! Mindful Breathing Techniques
Our lungs are constantly working to keep us alive! We breathe about 12 to 20 times a minute, totaling 17,000 times a day and 6 million breaths a year. Although breathing is vital for our function, we often don’t pay any attention to it. We usually breathe shallowly and quickly instead of taking large, lung-filling […]
