Orthopaedic Surgeon and Triathlete
If you have a hard time finding the energy to work out, keep reading. Working up the motivation to go to the gym is never easy. Some days you shoot out of bed, ready to take on your workout with natural energy and vigor. Other days, you roll out of bed, land on the floor,... Continue Reading →
Not all chewing gum is created equal. When it comes to unhealthy habits, chewing gum is generally pretty low on the list. In general, it’s a pretty harmless habit, especially if you are chewing gum instead of smoking, or binging on super-unhealthy foods. That being said, chewing gum can also be pretty bad for your... Continue Reading →
Cold weather is coming, so enjoy the heat while it lasts. Summer 2020 was hijacked by a global pandemic. Many of us had plans to take long trips, or try out new outdoor hobbies, or be seen in the bathing suits we worked hard to fit into. However, Covid-19 took all that from us, and... Continue Reading →
Now is a great time to support your immune system. Cold weather is coming. With the change in temperature, we also have to contend with illnesses, cramped quarters, and the potential for a spike in Covid-19 infections. Our immune systems are pretty well equipped to handle many situations, but right now they could probably use... Continue Reading →
The struggle for motivation is real. In these trying times, with gyms across the country temporarily closed, it can be very difficult to muster up the motivation to work out. Add on top of that the excuse that nobody else is really working out, so we shouldn’t either, and you have the perfect storm for... Continue Reading →
We are all just running a race with ourselves. When it comes to our appearance, it can be very easy to compare ourselves to others. Social media makes it very easy to fall into the trap of admiring other people for their looks, bodies, or fitness, without taking into account the fact that they likely... Continue Reading →
The swimrun is a different type of marathon that relies on teamwork. Ask any athlete, and they will tell you that the world of competitive sports is always coming up with new and innovative ways to get your blood pumping. As a triathlete and avid marathoner, I am always looking for interesting ways to test... Continue Reading →
Times have changed, but you fitness doesn’t have to. Depending on what state you live in, your gym may or may not have reopened. Even if it has, chances are you have some doubts about whether or not it is wise to return. If the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that there are... Continue Reading →
How you prepare your food is almost as important as what you eat. I will be the first to say that not all cooking oils are created equal. If you want proof of this, try making an omelet with anything but butter. It tastes different, obviously. However the oils we use to cook our food... Continue Reading →
A webinar on the role of women in some of the most important fields in our country. I was recently invited to be a panelist in a webinar for spartascience.com that discusses leadership roles within some of the most major institutions in our country. The webinar was hosted by Phil Wagner, MD, and include fellow... Continue Reading →
