by mperlmutter | Oct 14, 2025 | Health, Wellness
Inflammation is your body’s natural defense mechanism — a vital part of healing. When you’re injured, fighting an infection, or under chronic stress, your immune system sends signals that trigger inflammation. However, while short-term inflammation helps you recover,...
by mperlmutter | Jun 11, 2017 | Athletics, Speed Training
Why Foam Rollers Are Essential To Healthy Muscles for Athletes The benefits a foam roller has to athletes and fitness enthusiasts cannot be overemphasized. Foam rollers help to increase the intensity of a workout while reducing the risk of injury. Just like the...
by mperlmutter | Jul 4, 2016 | Fitness
“Trainers and therapists love bands because they can adapt any exercise to a functional application.” In a 2011 IDEA Personal Training Equipment Trends Report, resistance-training bands were ranked with stability balls as the most popular piece of exercise equipment....