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5 Reasons You Should Go for a Walk Right Now
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...

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Jun 2, 20182 min read


What'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 Mitteness
May 24, 20182 min read


Push 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 Mitteness
Mar 16, 20181 min read


Squat 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 Mitteness
Jan 16, 20181 min read


Personal 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 Mitteness
Nov 29, 20171 min read


5 Everyday Activities That Improve Brain Function
According to the Alzheimer's Association, rates are increasing and increasing fast. I recently did my genetic testing and found that I...

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Jul 12, 20174 min read


The importance of posture on running performance
Proper posture is important for everyone. It allows your nerves to freely flow from your brain to your organs, muscles, joints, vessels...

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
May 5, 20172 min read


4 Steps to Properly Train for Endurance
The conventional approach to endurance training is neither healthy nor effective. Go to any 5K or marathon race and that majority of the...

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Mar 21, 20175 min read


Low Back Pain? Try this! (VIDEO)
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,...

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Nov 10, 20161 min read


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

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Oct 31, 20163 min read


Is Your Brain Working? (VIDEO)
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!

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Jul 19, 20161 min read


4 Easy Ways to Reduce ADD/ADHD Symptoms
I went to a seminar a few weekends ago as part of the pediatric diplomat course entitled Developmental Neurobiology. Although I didn't...

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Jun 9, 20163 min read


Desk Aerobics
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...

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
May 30, 20162 min read


My Doc Says I Have Arthritis. Now What?
Let’s start by understanding exactly what “having arthritis” really means. The Mayo Clinic defines arthritis as “inflammation of one of...

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
May 9, 20161 min read


Workout with Me!
If you don't already know, I coach a few hours a week at a local gym called Undefeated CrossFit. The response I often get when I tell...

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Apr 25, 20162 min read


Shoulder Rehab 101
The shoulder is one of the most elaborate joints in the human body. Proper function of the shoulder is fully dependent on a combination...

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Mar 14, 20162 min read


Optimize Your Health (In Addition to Chiropractic Care)
The following are suggestions for you to implement into your everyday life in order to optimize your chiropractic adjustments and improve...

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Nov 16, 20152 min read


Perfecting Your Posture (VIDEO)
You’ve probably noticed two types of people at some point in your life. One, where you think, “Wow, that person is standing so tall and...

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Oct 30, 20152 min read


The Four Step Prehab Program for CrossFitters
This article was originally written for Undefeated CrossFit and can be found here. No matter what kind of workouts you prefer, I think...

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Sep 22, 20154 min read


Replacing Resolutions with Habits
January is almost over. Did you make resolutions? Are they still in full effect? What if we looked at our New Year’s resolutions...

Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Jan 30, 20152 min read
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