by VeritasPT | Jun 26, 2018 | Fitness, Health, Weight Loss
Insulin: you’ve heard of it and may know someone who needs to inject it to survive. But what exactly IS insulin, and why does it sometimes cause us trouble? This small but mighty hormone is produced by cells in the pancreas, and helps our bodies regulate the...
by VeritasPT | May 23, 2018 | Fitness, Health
Spring is here, and many folks are brushing off their garden gloves and hitting the flower beds. Great both for mental and physical health, gardening relieves stress and burns calories, with a study from the University of South Carolina showing weeding burns over 350...
by VeritasPT | May 18, 2018 | Fitness, Health
Unlike Master Ken’s 100 Ways to Attack The Groin, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) is based around a grappling approach. Just like in wrestling, the goal in BJJ is to gain control of your opponent and improve position. However, unlike wrestling, BJJ allows for...
by VeritasPT | May 8, 2018 | Exercise Science, Fitness, Health
Today’s footwear is far more advanced than in the 70’s, but a shoe is only as good as the stride it takes. Understanding your stride is vital to improving your mile time and recovery rates and reducing injuries. To strike the heel, or not to strike the heel? As you...
by VeritasPT | May 3, 2018 | Fitness, Health
On the go for business or vacation and don’t want to fall behind on your fitness routine? Get a great workout regardless of your gym setting with three simple steps and improve your travel workouts immediately, giving you more time for work or play. Before we dive in,...
by VeritasPT | Mar 21, 2018 | Exercise Science, Fitness, Health
At some point in recent decades, the rumor mill churned up this little nugget: Weight lifting will stunt your child’s growth, so therefore children and young adults should not be exposed to strength and resistance training before their bodies are fully developed. The...
