Old Man Series
Ginger Tea for the Holidays
Ginger tea for the holidays? Last week, we talked about the wonderful properties of ginger. Ginger is among the healthiest spices on the planet. And in my opinion, one of the most delicious! It comes from a flowering plant originating in China. And is closely related to turmeric and cardamon. It is loaded with nutrients and…
Read MoreStrengthening your Immune System for the Winter Season
Strengthening your immune system. Winter is almost officially here! We’ve had some snow. Holiday decorations are up. And the “sick” season has set in. It’s hard to avoid getting ill during this time of year with so many of us indoors and in close quarters, especially around the holidays. Frequent hand washing is the best…
Read MoreThe Big Half-Marathon Race
It was my half-marathon race week! I was excited to go! I was feeling strong, ready to run.
Read MoreProper Posture and the Harms of Sitting
Proper posture and the harms of sitting. “We should sit less, and we should sit better.” Author unknown. I don’t remember where I read this quote, but I keep it written on a whiteboard in my massage room here at the Pittsburgh Fitness Project. Anyone who walks into the room can read it and think…
Read MoreHalf-Marathon Training: The Week Before the Race
Half-marathon training. I’ve been running for about 40 years now. Long-term wear and tear led me to an altered gait. Which in turn led to lots of pain when running. Our PFP running coach, Jake Boyer, managed to correct my gait. My personal trainer and gym co-owner, Tom Duer, gave me exercises to strengthen my…
Read MoreHalf-Marathon Training: Week of Oct 29th
Half-marathon training. I’ve been running for about 40 years now. Long-term wear and tear led me to an altered gait. Which in turn led to lots of pain when running. Our PFP running coach, Jake Boyer, managed to correct my gait. My personal trainer and gym co-owner, Tom Duer, gave me exercises to strengthen my…
Read MoreHalf-Marathon Training: Week of Oct 22nd
Half-marathon training. I’ve been running for about 40 years now. Long-term wear and tear led me to an altered gait. Which in turn led to lots of pain when running. Our PFP running coach, Jake Boyer, managed to correct my gait. My personal trainer and gym co-owner, Tom Duer, gave me exercises to strengthen my…
Read MoreHalf-Marathon Training: Week of October 15th
Half-marathon training. I’ve been running for about 40 years now. Long-term wear and tear led me to an altered gait. Which in turn led to lots of pain when running. Our PFP running coach, Jake Boyer, managed to correct my gait. My personal trainer and gym co-owner, Tom Duer, gave me exercises to strengthen my…
Read MoreHalf-Marathon Training: Week of October 8th
Half-marathon training. I’ve been running for about 40 years now. Long-term wear and tear led me to an altered gait. Which in turn led to lots of pain when running. Our PFP running coach, Jake Boyer, managed to correct my gait. My personal trainer and gym co-owner, Tom Duer, gave me exercises to strengthen my…
Read MoreHalf-Marathon Training: Week of October 1st
Half-marathon training. I’ve been running for about 40 years now. Long-term wear and tear led me to an altered gait. Which in turn led to lots of pain when running. Our PFP running coach, Jake Boyer, managed to correct my gait. My personal trainer and gym co-owner, Tom Duer, gave me exercises to strengthen my…
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