Yoga without Injury

Yoga offers health and fitness benefits. But, for some, the stretching and posing results in injury to the neck, shoulders, lower back or knees.

Some people are especially prone to yoga-related injuries. They include people who have severe osteoporosis, high or low blood pressure, inner ear problems, known degenerative problems and women who are [...]

Exercise Regimen Provides Long-term Groin Injury Fix

By adhering to exercises targeted at strengthening specific muscles, many athletes and others plagued by long-standing groin injuries can return to their previous activity levels without any groin pain. The benefits of specific exercise therapy to treat chronic groin pain can last longer than eight years, according to a study published online August 3, 2011 in the American Journal of Sports Medicine. [...]

Physical Therapy Association Offers Tips for Pain-free Gardening

A garden is where people of all ages, fitness levels and shades of green thumb can enjoy physical activity. As with all types of exercise, there is a risk of injury if done improperly. It’s important that gardeners take a health-conscious approach to both prevent injuries and reap the health rewards of gardening…. [...]

Strength Training Gets Thumbs Up for Health Benefits

A growing body of research is touting the many health benefits of strength training, or working out with resistance, according to an article in the Feb. 13, 2011 Los Angeles Times. [...]