Surgery to repair a damaged anterior cruciate ligament in the knee (ACL surgery) is most common in young, active individuals. However, even after return to
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How Exercise May Affect Your Immunity
Does exercise help or hinder our bodies? ability to fight off infections? It depends. Does exercise help or hinder our bodies? ability to fight off
How to Run Safely Amid Coronavirus Concerns
While the?coronavirus?pandemic continues to spread, causing?running races?and many other?large events?to be postponed and?canceled, you might be wondering what you should do for your own personal
This Is What Happened When I Stopped Using Exercise as a Way to Lose Weight
For most of my adult life, my relationship with exercise existed on a cycle. After I finished high school and no longer played competitive basketball,
Chondromalacia Patellae Symptoms and Treatment
Knee Pain Associated With Overuse in Young Athletes Chondromalacia patellae is a term used to describe the damage or softening of the cartilage on the
Staying Motivated and Safe When Working Out During Winter Months
It?s easy to want to stay inside during these winter months in Chicago. It?s cold, snowy and dark, and that makes curling up on the
How to Run When It’s Unbearably Cold Outside
Anything to avoid the treadmill. There are certain things to look forward to in the depths of winter. The Super Bowl! Awards shows! The fact
Marathon Running May Be Good for Your Knees
Distance running rebuilds the health of certain essential components of middle-aged knees. Could it be that marathon training and racing are actually good for our
Winter Running Tips with Athletico
Podcast with Karen Shanahan PT, DPT, ATC, and Facility Manager from Athletico Lake Hills joining Dr. Verma and Steve to discuss winter running tips including
The Elliptical vs. the Treadmill: Which Is Better for You?
Ever notice that cardio has a certain sound to it? Walk into any big box gym and you’ll probably hear the huffs and puffs of
Sprinting to Health at School: Metabolic Effects of High-Intensity Exercise during Childhood
Although the health benefits of childhood exercise are compelling and often extend into adulthood, daily exercise recommendations are often not met. To investigate the effect
Soy Supplementation by Male Endurance Athletes: The Competitive Edge?
Supplementation with soy products has received negative attention in males due to soy?s structural and biological similarities to estrogens. However, soy components may actually interact
