by LCR Health Staff Writer | Jun 4, 2021 | Exercise
Stretching has a tremendous amount of important benefits, and it should always be a part of any regular workout routine. Do you know the specifics of stretching properly? For instance: How long should you hold a stretch? How often should you stretch? Should you do...
by LCR Health Staff Writer | Jun 29, 2020 | Exercise
There’s almost nothing worse than neck stiffness. You may think you know all the right exercises for a stiff neck, but neck aches can be tough to relieve. Neck tension, poor posture, or a sore neck muscle can all be cause for dismay. But once you learn how to...
by LCR Health Staff Writer | Jun 22, 2020 | Exercise, Nutrition
You’re probably aware that calcium is essential for growing strong bones and teeth. But how do you get calcium if you don’t eat dairy products? Since your body doesn’t produce calcium naturally, it’s important to eat foods that contain calcium in order to get...
by LCR Health Staff Writer | May 25, 2020 | Exercise, Nutrition
Are you dealing with a messed up metabolism? It may be more common than you might imagine. Here, you will learn about metabolic rate, how it is affected by eating less, and what you can do to support healthy weight loss. There is a big difference between metabolism...
by LCR Health Staff Writer | Mar 30, 2020 | Exercise, Nutrition
It’s shocking but it’s true: Two-thirds of all adult Americans are overweight or obese, and a staggering 9.2% are severely obese. Worse still, the problem is growing. Between 2000 and 2018, the prevalence of obesity jumped from 30.5% to 42.4%.1 Maintaining a healthy...
by LCR Health Staff Writer | Mar 25, 2020 | Exercise
Whether on the road or on the trail, running safety should be a top priority. Protecting yourself from both danger and injury can help ensure that you’re able to maintain an effective (and fun) running routine. Unfortunately, gone are the days when you could just take...
