You’ve saved, you’ve worked, and now you’re retired. It’s time to do all the things you’ve been looking forward to, from traveling to bucket-list destinations to taking the grandkids on Friday adventures.  Retirement is a […]

Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why? Or bumped into an old acquaintance at the store but couldn’t recall their name? These moments of forgetfulness are normal. But as you age, you […]

Exercise is an important component of any healthy lifestyle. But for people living with Parkinson’s Disease, regular movement can play a key role in a holistic treatment plan.  As a chronic and progressive neurodegenerative disorder, […]

You gotta have heart. After all, it is one of your most vital organs. The heart pumps blood throughout your body, supplying oxygen and nutrients to your cells. But when it’s not working its best, […]

Becoming a good — or better — swimmer does not come down to swimming more than your competition nor is it having the best gear. When you are looking to become a faster swimmer, it comes down […]

From running to cycling, yoga to CrossFit,  there are so many ways to get in your daily 30 minutes of exercise. Each has its own pros and can help improve your overall health. However, if […]

Swimming is not just a sport — it’s also a skill. Or, should we say skills. You have to be able to move through the water while breathing, kicking, and propelling yourself with your arms. When […]

As the leaves start to change and the temperature begins to drop, it can be tempting to curl up indoors and hibernate during the fall season.  However, fall is the perfect time to get active […]

You’ve been living with osteoarthritis for years, and the chronic knee pain has taken a toll on your mood, sleep, and overall quality of life. Activities you once enjoyed seem like distant memories, as the […]

The winter grays have been replaced by summer days. The clouds have shifted, the chill lifted. You can feel the warmth on your face as you head out to the patio for your morning cup […]

Low back pain is a common health issue affecting a significant number of people worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 60-70% of people in industrialized countries suffer from low back pain at […]

As a swimmer, you have goals. You want to feel strong but controlled in the water. Preparing for an event, you want to hit a certain split or set your best time. And you are […]

Members of the San Diego Track Club were just looking for a way to have fun during the summer months. They hosted evening events where members could swim, bicycle, and run in Mission Bay. But […]

For many, swimming was something you did as a child. You jumped off the diving board at the local pool, doing the doggy paddle back to the ladder. Over summer vacation, you splashed around on […]

Water exercise is not just for swimmers or the seniors at the community center. Runners and other athletes can benefit from hopping in the water and going for a jog. Yes, jogging in the water. […]

Hip pain and joint stiffness can be challenging to manage. You might struggle with soreness and inflammation. It hurts to move, and it hurts when you don’t move. Day-to-day activities, such as walking and going […]

Let’s set the record straight. Every time a loved one or teacher told you to sit up or to stop slouching, they weren’t just nagging. They were just looking out for you and your well-being.  […]

The front crawl, also known as freestyle, is the most recognizable swim stroke. When you think of swimming, you are most likely going to picture this stroke — someone moving their arms like a windmill through […]

The pressure is off when you are exercising in the water — literally. The buoyancy of the water relieves stress on your joints while allowing you to move your body with less pain. Water also […]

Stiffness, achiness, acute sharp pain. The experience and symptoms can vary among people but back pain is one of the most common medical issues. At any one time, back pain can affect 540 million people […]