Core Strengthening Exercises for Lower Back Pain
A strong core supports a healthy spine! Try these chiropractor recommended core strengthening exercises from our own Dr. Tyler Zoesch of Chiro One Libertyville.
9 Men’s Health Tips We Swear By
June 3, 2020
Happy Men’s Health Month, boys! Today we’re sharing some easy tips and tricks you can take into your daily lifestyle for better overall health and wellness—from nutrition to energy levels and exercise and more! Let’s get started.
- Eating out? Make smart choices. Choose grilled, watch out for high-calorie salads and box half your entrée when it arrives.
- Flip the food pyramid! Vegetables and healthy fats should be your base, followed by protein, then fruit and last—minimal to no grains and sugar!
- Make the most of breakfast. The rumors are true: breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Focus on fiber and protein (think: overnight oats).
- Take Vitamin D daily. Vitamin D is one of the most important supplements out there! It assists the nervous system, betters bone health and increases immune system function.
- Build muscle and energy with protein. Most of us aren’t getting enough protein in our diets, which is why a naturally-sourced protein powder should be on your supplement list.
- Take a probiotic. You’ve probably heard that probiotics are good for healthy gut bacteria, but a good probiotic can also aid in protein absorption.
- Avoid slouching. A slouched position causes your body to work double-time, wasting energy and straining your muscles, ligaments and joints.
- Get adjusted. Chiropractic increases range of motion and restores posture to a more ideal position, eliminating wasted energy.
- Keep it moving! Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men! Exercising 3-4 times a week, at an average of 40 minutes, will make all the difference. Ideal activities switch back and forth in intensity and interval!
