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If you want to lose weight by eating fewer calories, try eating around men. Whether you’re a man or a woman, eating around men makes you eat smaller portions, according to a new study that examines our eating habits. I’m not really surprised that female college students tend to eat less when they’re sitting next […]READ MORE

Gone are the days when people with rheumatoid arthritis had to resign themselves to living with pain, stiffness and discomfort. In today’s world, arthritic patients can improve their mobility and strength with physical therapy treatment programs. In fact, a new study shows that people who have rheumatoid arthritis – yet believe in their ability to […]READ MORE

Last night on The Biggest Loser, viewers watched a women shed 14 pounds in one week. How did she do it? She took her personal trainer from The Biggest Loser Ranch to her home in Frisco, Texas. With celebrity trainer Bob Harper at their side, who wouldn’t lose weight? Right? Wrong. I think the contestant, […]READ MORE

National Physical Therapy Month is celebrated each October. At In Motion we’d like to use this even as an opportunity to reach out to consumers and educate them about the unique benefits of physical therapy, which can span from injury prevention to fitness training to rehabilitation following surgery, injury, or prolonged illness. Physical therapists improve […]READ MORE

According to the Harvard School of Public Health, three hours of vigorous exercise a week can reduce a man’s heart attack risk by 22 percent. To achieve these findings, the study surveyed over 1,200 men, who provided information about their weekly amount of exercise. While traditional, cardiovascular disease risk factors were more common among those […]READ MORE

In the past athletes have measured the effectiveness of their work-out by whether or not they could speak aloud without having to catch your breath. New research is confirming these findings with data from lactate threshold testing. Lactate, is a chemical produced by active muscles. Lactate plays a critical role in an athlete’s pursuit of […]READ MORE

Millions of Americans lead a sedentary lifestyle with no or irregular physical activity. Scientific research clearly indicates that Americans are more sedentary than ever before. There are multiple causes including increased use of television, computers, and electronic devices, fewer gym classes, less sports and outdoor play for kids. Poor diet and limited exercise also contribute […]READ MORE

For men or women, weight training is beneficial. However, many women forgo strength training for cardio based exercise. This is a mistake because the numerous benefits of strength training are particularly important to women’s health as they age,  including: Increased metabolism Improved bone density Better posture Stronger balance and coordination Weight lifting may also prevent […]READ MORE

Recent literature has shown that the prevalence of injury among dancers is extremely high. Achilles tendon ruptures, which regularly occur when an athlete is participating in an activity that requires a high level of acceleration, such as jumping or leaping, are particularly common among high-intensity dancers. Practicing these complicated movements constantly places additional stress on […]READ MORE

If you’re trying to eat fewer calories, you might want to have your next meal in the company of men. Whether you’re a man or a woman, eating around men makes people eat smaller portions, according to a new study that examines the culinary habits of college students. I’m not really surprised that female college […]READ MORE