Author Archives: drjohnfresh

Lower Back and Hip Stretches for Hikers and Mountain Bikers The great outdoors are my favorite place to exercise. In addition to being a real place to hike, jog, bike, climb, exercise, sit, think…they are also a great place to stretch. While on a hike, I found this tree and this view. One stretch atContinue reading “Lower Back and Hip Stretches for Hikers and Mountain Bikers”

How to Exercise the Muscles You Use Everyday There are muscles and muscle groups we use each and everyday to live our lives. So, there are exercises, stretches, and movements that are designed to prepare our muscles for everyday use. This is in addition to the stretches and exercises we do each week to increaseContinue reading “How to Exercise the Muscles You Use Everyday”

Core Flexibility Work Out for Fast Low Back Pain Relief Many people talk about core strength, few talk about core flexibility, and even fewer talk about joint health of the core. However, to truly have a strong core that will help you perform all your activities in a day, while protecting you from injuries whichContinue reading “Core Flexibility Work Out for Fast Low Back Pain Relief”

LIFE FUELS LIVING and THE BEYOND VAN GOGH EXPERIENCE: Dr. Fresh’s thoughts about health, on the canvas of art ?? Life Fuels Living ?? What are the things people want most in life, not the things they just want when everything’s going great but specifically of all the things they could have, what would they never wantContinue reading “LIFE FUELS LIVING “

Post Workout The Secret Weapon for Results and Recovery 3 TYPES OF WORKOUTS…PRE WORKOUT?WORKOUT?POST WORKOUT? Many people are familiar with the “warm up” or pre workout. Even more people are familiar with the “workout”. You know…things like walking, running, biking, and weight training. “Workouts” can also include things you do at home or at theContinue reading “Post Workout The Secret Weapon for Results and Recovery”

5 STAR LOW BACK PROGRAM: Low Back Relief and Low Back Health from Beginner to Advanced ?STRETCH?TRIGGER STICK?ADJUSTMENT?FOAM ROLLER?STRENGTH If you need help with anything, you can always leave a comment in the section below or email me at drjohnfresh@gmail.com.  My book, The Health Equation has tons of great information about getting and staying healthy,Continue reading “Gentle Low Back Relief Beginners Guide”

5 STAR NECK PROGRAM: Neck Relief and Neck Health from Beginner to Advanced ?STRETCH ?TRIGGER STICK ?ADJUSTMENT ?FOAM ROLLER ?STRENGTH If you need help with anything, you can always leave a comment in the section below or email me at drjohnfresh@gmail.com.  My book, The Health Equation has tons of great information about getting and stayingContinue reading “Gentle Neck Relief Beginners Guide”

SLEEP BETTER, LESS PAIN, IMPROVE POSTURE for SIDE, BACK, AND BELLY SLEEPERSCLIPS…? Sleep Series 1: LESS HEADACHES, NECK PAIN, AND ARM NUMBNESS for SIDE SLEEPERS? Sleep Series 2: LESS UPPER BACK AND SHOULDER PAIN for SIDE SLEEPERS? Sleep Series 3: LESS LOW BACK AND LEG PAIN for SIDE SLEEPERS? Sleep Series 4: LESS NECK ANDContinue reading “SLEEP BETTER, LESS PAIN, IMPROVE POSTURE for SIDE, BACK, AND BELLY SLEEPERS”

5 Minute / 4 Moves Beginner Kettle Bell Circuit 00:00-5:15 Introduction to the Exercises: The How and the Why5:16-6:21 Importance of Posture and Form6:22-10:48 Full Workout This video shows you what exercises you can do using a kettle bell or any weight to increase functional total body strength and endurance. These exercises help us toContinue reading “5 Minute / 4 Moves Beginner Kettle Bell Circuit”

5 Min Mountain Top Morning Spinal Health Routine These are the exercises I do and have done for my spine everyday for years. One of the main indicators of health for your neck, back, and low back is the health of your spine. This includes how well they move and how they feel. These exercisesContinue reading “5 Min Mountain Top Morning Spinal Health Routine”