Everyone loves going on vacations. They let us get away from our regular routine and can be beneficial to our mental wellness. Vacations are the perfect way to experience new scenery and rejuvenate ourselves, but they can also…
Many employers understand that they should have a vested interest in the health of their workers. By offering benefits like health insurance, sick days, and paid vacation, your boss ensures that you will continue to provide them with…
Photo courtesy BikePGH If you’ve been out and about around the city these past few weeks, you’ve probably seen these stations popping up all over town. No, those aren’t confetti cannons -- they’re Healthy Ride stations! Healthy Ride…
Next to fishing and making s'mores around a crackling fire, it's hard to imagine a more iconic camping activity than hiking. Right now, in the crux of spring and early summer, it is the perfect time to explore…
Back pain can make daily life debilitating. In response to the discomfort, many people try to limit physical activity or stop working out entirely. While this is an understandable approach and may be a good short-term solution, when…
The spine is naturally curved to facilitate its shock absorption, balance, and range of motion. While similar among everyone, the degree of curvature does vary from person to person. Using the following posture tips as your guide, listen to…
Ever since you were a child, you’ve probably heard that calcium is an essential part of a healthy diet. Children are often encouraged to consume milk and other dairy products to help “build strong bones,” but this essential…
Not getting enough sleep each night is enough to make you feel irritable the following morning. When your lack of sleep is due to an aching back, it can make the hours you spend out of bed even…
There’s a reason why “That’s a pain in the neck!” is a common phrase: Neck pain is not an unusual problem. With the many hours we spend hunched over computers in this day and age, the poor posture…
In 1968 when Amby Burfoot won the Boston Marathon, he did not drink a single drop of water on the course. Back then, this was not even unusual. Like most other marathons at the time, Boston did not…
Spring has arrived in Pittsburgh! This season is a wonderful time to rid yourself of cabin fever and exercise outdoors. While the gym can serve you well on the inevitable rainy days to come, many studies suggest there…
