Gym memberships and specialty studio passes can get costly—and they keep you inside to exercise. Why stay indoors when you can workout, breathe fresh air, and save money all at once? Phoenix has a plethora of free exercise opportunities just waiting for you. If it is summertime, plan to hit these places early in the morning … Read more
Thinking about martial arts may conjure up images of people wearing neatly tied white robes chopping wood blocks with their hands. However, martial arts traditions come from countries around the world, and they often include cultural or mind and body elements in addition to the self-defense benefits. For example, martial arts with Eastern roots incorporate … Read more
Chronic leg pain–any type of leg pain condition that lasts for 3 months or more–is a serious condition facing many people. At Arizona Pain, we always endeavor to provide the most up-to-date information about any pain condition, while also incorporating holistic lifestyle approaches into treatment plans. If you suffer from chronic leg pain, you can … Read more
CrossFit, an intense strength-training exercise, has swept the nation, with the number of gyms skyrocketing from 13 in 2005 to 7,000 in 2014, according to Channel Signal, a consumer marketing company. People are attracted to the workout’s ever-changing nature that incorporates weights, speed training, gymnastics, and stretching. Meanwhile, the intense camaraderie CrossFitters develop while working … Read more
Modern life revolves around sitting. Many people sit in the car on the way to work, all day in the office, while eating lunch, and then maybe while catching some quality time on the couch while relaxing before bed. All those hours spent sitting, year after year, can wreak havoc on the body and lead … Read more
If you’re looking to spice up your workout, high-intensity interval training (HIIT) may be just the ticket. The American College of Sports Medicine ranked HIIT the top fitness trend of 2014, but this workout’s supreme effectiveness makes it more than a trend. Unlike exercise routines like Crossfit that involve a specific gym and a specific … Read more
Almond butter makes for an excellent pre-workout snack because it contains both protein and healthy monounsaturated fats. Most almond butters are minimally processed and void of added salt, sugars, and fats, unlike a lot of commercially available peanut butters which are loaded with unhealthy extras. On top of that, almond butter will keep you feeling … Read more