The first time I saw a stability ball was in 1993 when I was volunteering at a physical therapy clinic in Redondo Beach, California. The physical therapist who I was assisting encouraged me to try some balancing exercises on the ball. I was skeptical at first since I’d never seen one at a gym before. [...]

Get your paper! Get your paper! Read all about it! Be sure to pick up the Wisconsin State Journal this Sunday (6/19). Writer Andrea Zani is featuring a story in the Sunday Best section about my designation as the “Healthiest Man in America.” What a privilege this is! It will also be on the Wisconsin [...]

Plantar Fasciitis is swelling and irritation of the thick tissue (plantar fascia) on the bottom of the foot. The plantar fascia is a band of tissue that starts at your heel and goes along the bottom of your foot. It works like a rubber band between the heel and the ball of your foot to [...]

The days are getting longer and the weather is getting warmer . . feels like spring is just around the corner! Before we say farewell to the snow, here are some parting thoughts about winter exercise. First of all, get outside. There’s nothing like clean, crisp winter air. It’s invigorating! Second, get moving. This year, [...]

Before shoveling snow from your driveway and sidewalk, loosen up your back and shoulders with these three great stretches.

I saw this on Youtube and just had to share it with you! Enjoy!