Loosen Up – October 2014 Issue
Gadgets and tips from David Reavy to unwind knots before and after your workout.
Quick Tips to Keep Your Runs Injury Free.
Running injuries are quite literally a pain. Whether you are trying to lose weight or are training for a race, the last thing you need is for an injury to keep you from getting out there. Running injuries happen because…
How to Battle Pain During Pregnancy
A women's body goes through many changes throughout pregnancy. It makes sense. For just shy of a year your body makes drastic changes to carry, deliver, and care for a child. It's an amazing process, but it's also one that creates imbalances and pain for nine plus months.
Decreasing Back and Neck Pain When Traveling
Let’s face it, perfect posture eludes most of us, which causes all sorts of aches and pains. Unless you’re one of the lucky few who gets to travel first class, the cramped seats of coach are not your body’s friend.The seats typically do not have the proper support for your lumbar (low back) or cervical spine (neck), which further promotes poor posture.
Decreasing Back and Neck Pain When Traveling
Traveling for prolonged periods of time often leaves you feeling stiff and sore, but there are steps you can take to help. Let's face it, perfect posture eludes most of us, which causes all sorts of aches and pains. Unless…
Make a Wish for Better Abs
"Your abdominals are your crossroads for everything; all forces cross through here," says Reavy. "If your abs aren't turned on, then everything else has to work harder."
How to Battle Pain During Pregnancy
A women's body goes through many changes throughout pregnancy. It makes sense. For just shy of a year your body makes drastic changes to carry, deliver, and care for a child. It's an amazing process, but it's also one that…
Why Posture and Position Matter When you Exercise
It's something you may not always think about when you exercise, but good posture is crucial if you want to have an effective and safe work out. Your skeletal muscle is made up of something called striations, or long fibers…
Tips for a Long Run
Running the Soldier Field 10 Mile tomorrow? React’s running expert Melissa Luety, PT,DPT has some quick tips on how to make your race successful. Hydration. There’s such a thing as too much. Everyone wants to be hydrated for the big…
Why Derrick Rose’s Knee Surgery Isn’t For You
"Physical therapy may be the true key." David Reavy, PT, OCS shares his thoughts on Derrick Rose's knee injury in this article from Men's Journal.