In zone 2 heart rate exercise you’ll preferentially use fat for fuel, making this a very effective way to lose body fat; There are several
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Physical and Occupational Therapy Treatment Options Available During COVID-19
Pain and injuries are never planned and if you are experiencing this you may be unsure about if seeking physical or occupational therapy treatment is
Dr. Kern Singh on Non-Narcotic Pain Management
Podcast with Dr. Kern Singh of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush joining Steve and Dr. Cole to discuss non-narcotic treatment for back pain both pre and
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush shifts to telemedicine, postpones non-urgent surgery — key insights from Dr. Brian Cole
On March 19, Chicago-based Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush implemented new policies around patient visits and performing surgeries through mid-April due to the coronavirus outbreak. The
How’s Your Heart Health?
You can get an estimate of your risk for a heart attack or stroke with an online heart health calculator; The factors used to calculate
How to Protect Against Germs at the Grocery Store
Shop Safely Everyone goes grocery shopping and wherever there are humans, there are microorganisms — and while some are harmless, others can make you sick.
Distant Socializing- Important For Health And Sanity
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The Benefits of Intermittent Fasting
I was skeptical, but it turns out there is something to be said for a daily fast, preferably one lasting at least 16 hours. I’ve
Exercise for Relaxation | An Approach to Well-Being
Keys to embarking on a path toward reduced stress and improved well-being 1. Pay attention to your breath 2. Yoga is a great way to
NBA Injury Recap
Podcast: Do you miss the NBA as much as we do? Steve and Dr. Cole catch up to talk about past NBA injuries, including tibia
Staying Active During COVID-19
*UPDATED 3/24/2020* Evolving public health guidance will result in changing recommendations on safe physical activity from the team at Exercise is Medicine. We are committed
Ask the Doctor: Why is it hard to Maintain Weight Loss; Juice Cleanses; Pain Management
This Podcast segment of ‘Ask the Doctor’ addresses questions submitted by Sports Medicine Weekly followers. Dr. Brian Cole and Steve Kashul discuss the above topics: Sports Medicine Weekly