Involves no equipment. This exercise works the abdominal, oblique internal/external, iliopsoa muscles. The purpose is to increase abdominal strength and muscular endurance. The benefits include improved stability, functional strength and injury prevention. Begin lying on floor. Lift knees so that a 90º position is attained at hip and knees. Place hands beside ears. Activate core. [...]

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By Dr. Damon West   With spring rapidly approaching, we have an unavoidable urge to be outdoors. But, after a long winter’s hibernation, we tend to leap right into our favorite outdoor exercise. In Sacramento, running seems to the most popular. If you don’t ease into a routine, you may be setting yourself up for serious [...]