Preventing low-back pain
Megan Bastin, Riverview Hospital Certified Athletic Trainer Most people have experienced some type of low-back pain in their life. But did you know that, often times, these injuries and strains can be prevented? Megan Bastin, a certified athletic trainer at Riverview Hospital explains that the lower back is designed for a greater range of motion […]
Preventing ACL tears
Tony Zorger, Riverview Hospital Certified Athletic Trainer One of the most publicized sports injuries in recent years has been the anterior cruciate ligament—better known as an ACL—tear. The incident of this injury continues to rise, especially in high-impact sports like football, basketball, soccer, volleyball and baseball. This often season-ending, and in some cases, career-ending injury […]
A fitness resolution that lasts all year!
Riverview Hospital Registered Dietitian, Laura Kenny, RD and Riverview Rehab & Fitness Exercise Specialist, Ryan Lawson, offer helpful information on making fitness resolutions last all year… The start of a brand new year is a time for new beginnings. Resolutions to eat better and increasing your physical activity are a great place to start. To […]
Yoga versus Pilates…what’s the difference?
As a yoga and Pilates instructor, I am often asked what the difference is between the two practices. In reality, it’s actually easier to show someone than try to explain it. While they definitely complement one another, they are two distinct forms of exercise. Yoga has been around for literally thousands of years. The word […]
The real scoop on Body Mass Index
Most of us are familiar with or have heard the acronym BMI (Body Mass Index). You may even know your exact BMI number. But do we truly understand the importance of what this number indicates? When you think of BMI, does it trigger a “Bad Mental Image” or is it more of a “Big Mysterious […]
Biking for a cure
The Riverview Riders are banding together once again to raise funds for diabetes research through their participation in this year’s Tour de Cure. The Tour de Cure is a series of fundraising bicycling events held in 43 states nationwide to benefit the American Diabetes Association. The Indiana Tour de Cure will take place at the […]