Can we be "healthy" if we're not active? Human evolution is deeply intertwined with movement. Throughout evolution, our bodies were engineered and
VO2 Max. It’s not just about your mitochondria
VO2 max... why is it one of the most vital determinants of health? We are now obsessed with VO2max. I hear it all the time in the office. But so many people
The Danger of Being Sedentary
Many awful consequences occur from being sedentary. Face it, over hundreds of thousands of years, our bodies were engineered to move. Many of the normal
Your brain is telling you to stop. Should you listen?
Understanding Central Fatigue: When to Push Through and When to Rest “Obviously… a ton of nuance here. But many workouts or runs suck because our brain is
Does Pain Always Imply Harm?
Every Pain Doesn’t Mean Harm: Understanding Discomfort and Movement Pain is a natural signal from the body, but not every ache or discomfort we feel is a
Can we be healthy if we aren’t active?
A paper we are going to discuss raises an important question: Can you be healthy despite not moving enough or exercising? Based on the paper's results, I
Walking IS Exercise: Why All Movement Matters
As an orthopedic surgeon, I often see patients who struggle with "exercise." Why don’t they see the benefits of walking, I often wondered. At the same time,
Unpacking the Complexity of Rotator Cuff Tears
The treatment of rotator cuff tears is far more nuanced and complicated than you think. As with many Orthopedic Surgery topics, the treatments we offer
Sometimes meniscus surgery is needed; very often, it’s not
The treatment of meniscus tears is far more nuanced and complicated than you think. Meniscus tears are one of the most common knee issues, often leading to a
America’s Healthcare Crisis
In the land of the free and the home of the brave, a troubling reality looms large over the American dream: our healthcare system is broken. Despite being the
Combating Age-Related Muscle Loss: The Power of Resistance Training
Our bodies undergo various changes as we age, impacting our physical strength and overall health. The loss of muscle and strength are two important changes that
Molecular Approaches to Osteoarthritis: The Role of Inflammation and Genetics
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions worldwide. Traditionally viewed as a wear-and-tear disease, recent advances in