Avid Sports Medicine Blog
Everything You Need To Know About Kettlebell Exercises
Are you looking to add some meaningful variety to your workout routine? If that’s the case, look no further than learning some kettlebell exercises or athletic training. Kettlebell exercises have become a staple of exercise regimens because of their simplicity and...
What You Need To Know About Plantar Fasciitis
Do you experience heel pain every time you stand up or walk? You might be surprised to learn how prevalent that is among people of all ages. Plantar fasciitis is an injury that affects daily life quite significantly. Treat the pain right away to speed up the healing...
How To Make The Most Out Of Your Workday – 10 Productivity Hacks
You know that feeling when you're at work, and it's 1:30 in the afternoon, and you've done nothing but waste time on social media and email? Yeah. Us too. But we all have a limited amount of time in our days, and if we don't use every minute wisely, we'll be left with...
How Exercise Remodels Your Brain
In a world of escalating worries and safety concerns, we find ourselves fastened to our chairs more than ever before. Unfortunately, our collective dive into the world of digital pleasures and remote work has robbed our bodies of their physical outlets. As living...
Heal Your Body With Sleep
Sleep is one of our body's most important biological functions and is key to our well-being. Sadly, many of us do not realize the important role sleep plays in our lives and subsequently allow poor sleeping into our routines. According to surveys conducted by the...
5 Signs You Urgently Need a Mental Health Day
According to the WHO, depression and anxiety disorders have cost the American economy dearly - almost $1 trillion each year! Doing productive and fulfilling work can be important to our overall happiness, but it’s important to find a healthy balance between work and...
3 Remarkable Benefits of Fitness Boxing
For many, the thought of boxing calls forth the image of two powerful athletes competing for supremacy in the ring. But boxing isn’t only for athletes seeking the thrill and challenge of competitive fighting. Lately, many adults have taken up boxing as their favorite...
Top 10 Ways To Create A Successful Office Step Challenge And Why You Should Do It
When it comes to creating a successful workplace, employee wellness is one of the most important factors. Having a highly engaged staff leads to 20% higher sales and 21% higher profitability, according to a Gallup survey. The good news is that employee wellness can be...
5 Incredible Benefits of Meditation
Meditation is a practice that has been around for many centuries. It's often associated with Eastern religions, but it is actually a universal practice that anyone can and should be doing. There are many different styles of meditation, and there are also many...
HIIT Benefits: 8 Reasons To Try High-Intensity Interval Training
High-Intensity Interval Training, or HIIT, is a form of interval training exercise that alternates between periods of intense activity and rest. HIIT can be used to improve cardiovascular endurance, weight loss, muscle gains, and overall health. The high-intensity...
What To Do If You’re Struggling With Mental Health At Work
We all know that the office can be a difficult place at times. It can be stressful, competitive, and demanding. For some people, mental health issues are triggered by their work environment. They may find themselves worrying about deadlines, being overlooked for...
5 Benefits of Sports Massage
Whether you are a recreational athlete, a professional athlete, or just like to stay active, you know the importance of taking care of your body. And what better way to do that than with sports massage? Sports massage is a beneficial and powerful therapy for any...