Health and Wellness Archives - Athletico https://www.athletico.com/category/health-and-wellness/ Better for every body. Fri, 27 Feb 2026 22:02:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 What to Expect from a Free Assessment at Athletico Physical Therapy https://www.athletico.com/2026/02/20/what-to-expect-from-a-free-assessment-at-athletico-physical-therapy/ https://www.athletico.com/2026/02/20/what-to-expect-from-a-free-assessment-at-athletico-physical-therapy/#respond Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:30:00 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=110240 If you’re dealing with pain, discomfort, or a nagging injury, taking the first step toward recovery can feel overwhelming. That’s…

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]]> https://www.athletico.com/2026/02/20/what-to-expect-from-a-free-assessment-at-athletico-physical-therapy/feed/ 0 Stay Active This Holiday Season: Simple Wellness Strategies to Keep You Moving https://www.athletico.com/2025/12/17/stay-active-this-holiday-season-simple-wellness-strategies-to-keep-you-moving/ https://www.athletico.com/2025/12/17/stay-active-this-holiday-season-simple-wellness-strategies-to-keep-you-moving/#respond Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:30:00 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=108646 The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year, often bringing significant changes to daily routines. Research…

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]]> https://www.athletico.com/2025/12/17/stay-active-this-holiday-season-simple-wellness-strategies-to-keep-you-moving/feed/ 0 8 Time-Efficient Exercises for the Busy Endurance Athlete https://www.athletico.com/2025/10/29/8-time-efficient-exercises-for-the-busy-endurance-athlete/ https://www.athletico.com/2025/10/29/8-time-efficient-exercises-for-the-busy-endurance-athlete/#respond Wed, 29 Oct 2025 12:30:24 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=105023 Strength training benefits endurance athletes by enhancing movement economy, correcting imbalances, reducing injury risk, building bone density, and boosting power...

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]]> https://www.athletico.com/2025/10/20/signs-you-have-chronic-headaches/feed/ 0 Is Walking Backwards Good for Your Health? 5 Benefits You Didn’t Expect https://www.athletico.com/2025/09/12/is-walking-backwards-good-for-your-health-5-benefits-you-didnt-expect/ https://www.athletico.com/2025/09/12/is-walking-backwards-good-for-your-health-5-benefits-you-didnt-expect/#respond Fri, 12 Sep 2025 12:30:33 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=104069 Have you ever seen someone walking backwards at a park or gym and wondered why? While it might look unusual,...

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]]> https://www.athletico.com/2025/09/12/is-walking-backwards-good-for-your-health-5-benefits-you-didnt-expect/feed/ 0 4 Lifestyle Changes for Long-Term Pain Management https://www.athletico.com/2025/09/10/4-lifestyle-changes-for-long-term-pain-management/ https://www.athletico.com/2025/09/10/4-lifestyle-changes-for-long-term-pain-management/#respond Wed, 10 Sep 2025 12:30:14 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=104030 Living with chronic pain can feel overwhelming. Whether it’s lingering back pain, joint stiffness, or widespread discomfort, it often interferes...

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]]> https://www.athletico.com/2025/09/10/4-lifestyle-changes-for-long-term-pain-management/feed/ 0 Move Better, Feel Better: 5 Tips to Restore Your Range of Motion https://www.athletico.com/2025/09/05/move-better-feel-better-5-tips-to-restore-your-range-of-motion/ https://www.athletico.com/2025/09/05/move-better-feel-better-5-tips-to-restore-your-range-of-motion/#respond Fri, 05 Sep 2025 12:30:47 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=102177 We’ve all felt stiffness after sitting for too long or bending over. Limited range of motion (ROM) can affect how...

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]]> https://www.athletico.com/2025/08/13/5-safety-tips-for-exercising-in-the-heat/feed/ 0 How Catching Zzz’s Can Improve Muscle Recovery https://www.athletico.com/2025/08/04/how-catching-zzzs-can-improve-muscle-recovery/ https://www.athletico.com/2025/08/04/how-catching-zzzs-can-improve-muscle-recovery/#respond Mon, 04 Aug 2025 12:30:32 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=99804 In physical therapy and fitness, much emphasis is placed on exercise routines, nutrition, and even mental health. However, one crucial...

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]]> https://www.athletico.com/2025/08/04/how-catching-zzzs-can-improve-muscle-recovery/feed/ 0 Are Your Muscles Dehydrated? https://www.athletico.com/2025/07/28/are-your-muscles-dehydrated/ https://www.athletico.com/2025/07/28/are-your-muscles-dehydrated/#respond Mon, 28 Jul 2025 12:30:30 +0000 https://www.athletico.com/?p=99057 When we think about hydration, we often focus on quenching thirst or staying cool on a hot day. But did...

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