By Dr. Gary Post The mild winter, combined with the recent spring forward of the clocks, has led many runners to begin training in earnest for spring road races. When preparing for those 5ks, 10ks and half-marathons, do not underestimate the importance of proper spinal alignment as a preventative measure to major running injuries like … Read more
by Lori Cipolla With Spring around the corner, it’s a perfect time to start planning to take your fitness regimen outdoors. Not only does physical activity outdoors change things up, it provides additional health benefits. Studies conducted by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) show that as little as 5 minutes a day doing … Read more
Training for A Spring Event? Try one of these unconventional classes: At Laid-back Fitness we focus on physical competence, situational preparedness, and play! We practice MovNat, Parkour, and Animal Flow in our “Jungle” utilizing unique but realistic equipment/obstacles to develop practical skills. We also follow the Training for Warriors system in our “Studio” to improve strength and … Read more
by: Michelle Collie, RI Michelle Collie, physical therapist, entrepreneur, mother and runner offers strategies and motivation to keep you exercising–on pace–year round. It’s official, albeit being relatively mild, we made it through another New England winter and the first signs of spring have arrived. The longer daylight hours, emerging colors of spring and comfortable temperatures … Read more
We all know that regular physical activity in childhood and adolescence greatly improves the health of an individual. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), regular activity improves strength and endurance, helps build healthy bones and muscles, helps control weight, reduces anxiety and stress, increases self-esteem, and may improve blood pressure and cholesterol levels, … Read more
Challenge yourself and take your workout to a whole new level. There are so many events throughout Rhode Island, you won’t be able to pick just one! 9th Annual Run The Reservoir 15K – Saturday, April 2 A benefit race for the Trinity Church Food Closet, this race takes place in North Scituate along a … Read more
Stretch + Breathe—This gentle class focuses on lengthening, breathing and unwinding. Move toward a balance of feeling more grounded and simultaneously lightened up. All levels are welcome. Yin Yoga—Most yoga practices stimulate heat and exercise the surface of the major muscle groups. Yin Yoga is the compliment, providing simple poses held for a longer period … Read more
Group Mat—These classes encourage core stability, and utilize small equipment to challenge or accommodate individual needs. Classes are on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturdays with convenient morning and evening time slots. Group Reformer—This is a less expensive way to experience the resistance training offered by the Reformer in a fun, encouraging group setting! Classes are … Read more
runner by Michelle Collie, PT, DPT, OCS, DPT The winter months send many runners to the comforts of the in-doors. Miles are tracked on treadmills, cardio machines are put to work and other forms of exercise become preferred. But with the appropriate clothing and sneakers, facing mother-nature’s elements and running outdoors can be invigorating. I … Read more
by Joy Adamonis Most adults would agree they have been stressed once in their lifetime. Unfortunately, children are not immune from experiencing stress. Just as some adults have a hard time understanding what makes them stressed and why, the same goes for our children. School, homework, sports, appointments, making time for friends, family time –there … Read more