It’s not usually recognized by physicians. It is pain that travels down the leg from the lower back and is very uncomfortable. For me, I was unable to sleep. When I saw my doctor, rather than... Read more >>

Stretching can be the hardest element of fitness. It's easier than spinning, running, and TRX, but somehow we never find the time to squeeze it in. Why isn't it a priority, like cardio or... Read more >>

We’ve all heard that heels can cause serious damage to our feet, backs, and bodies in general. As I recently strapped on one of my favorite pairs and saw a sexier, longer version of my legs in... Read more >>

It used to be I could sleep anywhere, from a recliner to a hardwood floor, without repercussion, but these days, my body is less tolerant of creative sleeping habits. Recently, I gave up my bed to... Read more >>

As we age, our bones will show subtle changes that reflect the degree of physical activity we have engaged in over the years. These changes also affect our spine and may cause pain when they result in... Read more >>

Laurie: My back has been out (not as in “out on the town,” more like “out of commission” except for when my vertebrae decide to crush the nerve endings; then there is some... Read more >>

THE most common reason for back pain is poor posture (and, interestingly enough, dehydration and poor nutrition). Paul Chek is very fond of saying “If you’re not assessing, you’re... Read more >>