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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, irritation to the scia...

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. Some suspect carpal tun...

Shortcut? To health? But, Kristen, you always talk about how there aren't any shortcuts to real health! Hey, you're right. And these are things you are going...

My #NoExcuses December workout challenge was such a hit that I decided to turn it into a year long program! Each Wednesday, I'll be releasing two workouts. T...

Join me for this year's #NoExcuses December Workout Challenge. All workouts are between 8 and 12 minutes long. So, seriously, no excuses. The workouts requir...

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 abdominis (the muscle ...

Whether 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. No, I don't love do...

Many 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 because it saves us a few ...

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 pain. And very often...

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 it anywhere, it's m...

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 well is very indica...

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 time I start taking ...

According to the Alzheimer's Association, rates are increasing and increasing fast. I recently did my genetic testing and found that I carry a few genes that...

Proper posture is important for everyone. It allows your nerves to freely flow from your brain to your organs, muscles, joints, vessels and more. It allows f...

The conventional approach to endurance training is neither healthy nor effective. Go to any 5K or marathon race and that majority of the people you will see ...

I don't know what's in the water, but I have been having so many patients with severe, acute low back lately! Even me, unfortunately. So, here's a quick vide...

You've heard me say this before, but I absolutely love the programming at Undefeated CrossFit. Along with the family I have built there, the programming has ...

Your ability to balance is a huge indicator as to how your brain and body are communicating. Take the challenge to see how you do!

I went to a seminar a few weekends ago as part of the pediatric diplomat course entitled Developmental Neurobiology. Although I didn't learn what I expected ...

Hey you, with the desk job. Do you have frequent headaches? Does your low back ache? Are you waking up stiff? Are your neck and shoulders sore? Of course! Yo...