Dr. Kristen MittenessFeb 103 minYour neck and depression. What's the connection?The position of your body, and thus your spine, is always giving your brain information on what's going on in your world. When you (or...
Dr. Kristen MittenessDec 25, 20211 minJanuary #NoExcuses Bingo Challenge!Are you looking for a little motivation to start some healthy habits in 2022? Here is a fun challenge! Grab your family and friends and...
Dr. Kristen MittenessDec 2, 20213 minThe Way You Breathe Matters (with instructions for improvement)Are you breathing correctly? Is there a right way to breathe? Chances are no, you are not breathing correctly. And yes, there is a...
Dr. Kristen MittenessNov 12, 20211 minDecember #NoExcuses Workout Challenge (2021)Who's ready to get their fitness on this December?! I've got another #NoExcuses challenge just for you. As winter comes, I get busy and...
Dr. Kristen MittenessSep 27, 20212 minShould You Start Exercising During Pregnancy?Remember when we were told that you should only continue the same exercise you were doing prior to pregnancy and not start anything new?...
Dr. Kristen MittenessAug 15, 20212 minNOW OFFERING! #NoExcuses Customized ProgrammingI've spent the last month testing out the TrueCoach app with a few clients and I love it. I'm now ready to open up customized #NoExcuses...
Dr. Kristen MittenessJan 6, 20212 minLow Back Pain, Pregnancy and ChiropracticIt's estimated that upwards of 50% of women will experience low back pain during pregnancy. This can result in sleep disturbances,...
Dr. Kristen MittenessJan 6, 20202 minDo I have sciatica?If you've ever had low back pain or pain running down the back of your leg, you may have suspected sciatica. Sciatica is specifically,...
Dr. Kristen MittenessMay 12, 20192 minCould my arm pain be from my neck?Over the past few weeks, I've had a surge in patients with arm pain, tingling or numbness in their fingers or weakness in their hand....
Dr. Kristen MittenessMar 10, 20193 min5 Shortcuts to HealthShortcut? To health? But, Kristen, you always talk about how there aren't any shortcuts to real health! Hey, you're right. And these are...
Dr. Kristen MittenessDec 18, 20182 min#NoExcuses WorkoutsMy #NoExcuses December workout challenge was such a hit that I decided to turn it into a year long program! Each Wednesday, I'll be...
Dr. Kristen MittenessNov 19, 20181 min#NoExcuses December Workout ChallengeJoin me for this year's #NoExcuses December Workout Challenge. All workouts are between 8 and 12 minutes long. So, seriously, no excuses....
Dr. Kristen MittenessJul 13, 20183 minWant a strong core? STOP doing sit ups. Do this instead.When we think of someone as having a strong core, we’ll often visualize 6 pack abs. Unfortunately, the ability to see someone’s rectus...
Dr. Kristen MittenessJun 23, 20182 min4 Ways Burpees Can Improve Your LifeWhether you love them or hate them, burpees are one of the most efficient movements you can do. That's what makes it one of my favorites....
Dr. Kristen MittenessJun 2, 20182 min5 Reasons You Should Go for a Walk Right NowMany of us brush off walking as a form of exercise because it doesn't feel "hard enough". We often choose to drive instead of walk...
Dr. Kristen MittenessMay 24, 20182 minWhat's wrong with my knee?Knee pain is a common complaint in runners. But, I also see it in cyclists, hikers, dancers, gymnasts and more. No one is immune to knee...
Dr. Kristen MittenessMar 16, 20181 minPush Up 101 (VIDEO)The push up is one of my favorite movements for reasons similar to why I love the squat so much. You don't need any equipment, you can do...
Dr. Kristen MittenessJan 16, 20181 minSquat 101 (VIDEO)Squatting is one of my all time favorite movements. It utilizes most of your body, you can do it anywhere and then ability to perform one...
Dr. Kristen MittenessNov 29, 20171 minPersonal Training Anyone?Have you been to Lifemark Nature Park Way yet? We are a beautiful, 6000 square foot facility with all of the bells and whistles and it's...
Dr. Kristen MittenessJul 12, 20174 min5 Everyday Activities That Improve Brain FunctionAccording to the Alzheimer's Association, rates are increasing and increasing fast. I recently did my genetic testing and found that I...