If you’re like most people who sit all day at work but get in some form of daily exercise, you probably think that exercise is making up for the lack of activity throughout your...
The recovery tool market has exploded in the last couple years and for good reason. Whether the goal is to maximize performance and gain an edge on the competition, or recover from chronic pain...
When it comes to female contraceptives, reactions run the gamut. Some women stick to the same method for years without a problem, while others experience a nightmare of side effects. But are the tales...
1. Cryotherapy During a Cryotherapy treatment, blood rushes to the core as a survival mechanism in reaction to the sub-zero temperatures and blood becomes very oxygenated and nutrient-dense. Minutes after the treatment, blood rushes...
Across America, 30 to 45 million children between the ages of 6 and 18 are participating in organized sports. The benefits of being active and participating in athletics are well-documented, but unfortunately, the increase...
We interviewed Dr. Stephen Eledge, who started training to become a certified Airrosti provider in 2011. Back then, he was one of only 49 in the country. Now, there are now 200 providers across...
Many people cringe at the thought of needles, but using acupuncture needles to treat your pain and ailments can be a huge source of relief. Matthew Kirsch of Kirsch Method Acupuncture and Bodywork...
Welcoming a newborn to your family is a time of excitement, filled with first-time adventures and experiences that run the gamut from the surreal to existential joy. For the recreational or elite athlete, a...
Unlike a lot of Texans, Austinites can learn how to row right in the heart of their city. Texas Rowing for All, a nonprofit organization, works to expand access to rowing lessons to people...
You wake up feeling strong, supple, and motivated to build the body you want or to dominate training for your next race or competition. You rack up your cardio minutes, hammer through your resistance...
A sports psychologist explains how powerful your words are. Many years ago, as a full-time professor teaching sports psychology, I found that one of the most effective demonstrations of the connection between self-talk and...
In an intimate interview with sex therapist Claudia Thompson, Austinites can learn when and how to address common issues that occur between partners. How long do you tend to take care of your patients?...
One of the most common misconceptions about body chemistry is that consuming alkaline or basic foods and fluids can influence the pH of the body—this is untrue. By learning more about homeostasis and acid/base...
Holiday Weight Gain It’s not just in your head—you’re gaining weight during the holidays. The first 10 days after Christmas lead to the highest weight gain, an average of 1.3 pounds in Americans, according...