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Hips and Piriformis Yin Style There are many ways to stretch! However this one “YIN YOGA” style of stretching goes deeper than any of the other stretches, all the way down to the joints. This does not make them better than all the other stretches, just important in their own unique way. These stretches requireContinue reading “Hips and Piriformis Yin Style”

Low Back and Hamstring Stretches Yin Style There are many ways to stretch! However this one “YIN YOGA” style of stretching goes deeper than any of the other stretches, all the way down to the joints. This does not make them better than all the other stretches, just important in their own unique way. TheseContinue reading “Low Back and Hamstring Stretches Yin Style”

Total Body Stretch and Strengthen Walk in the Park While you are taking your walk or hike, there are a number of exercises you can do to stretch and strengthen your entire body. Here is an example in this video. A lot of times you will be able to find things you can use forContinue reading “Total Body Stretch and Strengthen Walk in the Park”

How and When to Use Inversion Therapy This video will help you with everything you need to know about getting started with inversion therapy. Including, when you should not us inversion therapy! How you should use inversion therapy for a healthier back. Making sure you get a good inversion table! Next, you can learn, howContinue reading “How and When to Use Inversion Therapy”

Rubber Band Upper Body Arms and Core Exercises Rubber bands are a great way to get an upper body, arm and core workout. This video will show you how to do the exercise, have good form, protect your joints, while maximizing the muscle benefits. It will also show you how to get your entire bodyContinue reading “Rubber Band Upper Body Arms and Core Exercises”

HOW TO exercise Shoulder and Rotator Cuff from EVERY ANGLE Rubber bands are a great way to work your rotator cuffs from every angle. This video will show you how. 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 HealthContinue reading “HOW TO exercise Shoulder and Rotator Cuff from EVERY ANGLE”

Upper Body 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 at a timeContinue reading “Upper Body Stretches for Hikers and Mountain Bikers”

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”