Jun 27
Restrictions placed upon us by the history-making COVID-19 crisis are gradually being relaxed. Our down time while remaining inside might have consisted of learning a craft, working from home, or spending time with loved ones. A popular trend deserving recognition is the popularity of exercising at home. Improving our psychological, emotional, and physical wellbeing is …
Jun 09
Understanding the unique nature behind how muscles contract to create force during muscular interaction is beneficial to the human body. Muscle cells have two primary proteins called myosin and actin that act like Velcro, grabbing onto each other when the brain sends a message to move bones closer or further away from each other. These …
Jun 03
Understanding the unique nature behind how muscles contract to create force during muscular interaction is beneficial to the human body. Muscle cells have two primary proteins called myosin and actin that act like Velcro, grabbing onto each other when the brain sends a message to move bones closer or further away from each other. These …
May 28
The general populations everyday functional activities involve multiple movements that the upper body is responsible for. Opening doors, reaching overhead, writing, and postural support are just a few actions involved in the usage of the upper extremities. Inadequate shoulder strength or previous injuries to the should joint can limit movement significantly. Imagine a world in …
May 20
Welcome to May in Napa, California. Other than a few showers at the conclusion of April, the hot and sunny days are just around the corner. Expect to enjoy your breakfast in the warm mornings as the sun peaks its head around the horizon. During sunset, dinners are waiting to be enjoyed in the heat …
May 09
The Napa Valley is graced with stunning hills and hiking trails begging to be ventured. Outskirts of the city and trails strewn about a 25-mile radius of Napa possess overlooks of the city lights and velvet laced vineyards along the landscapes. Pair that with the pastel gradient of blue, grey, and orange hues from a …
May 04
We are all aware by now that the COVID-19 pandemic has influenced people to move around less. Weekend beach or camping trips that were normally enjoyed have been discouraged. Youngsters can’t go to the park or enjoy their team sports to relieve their infinite lasting energy. Due to shelter in place restrictions, grocery store visits …
Apr 20
Restriction put into place by the COVID-19 pandemic shunts physical activities we didn’t know how normal and important they were until they were taken from us. Running errands and visiting the store isn’t as prevalent. Getting a bite to eat or coffee with friends is prohibited. Recreational team sports such as tennis, bocce ball, and …
Apr 10
During holidays, we sit down with our families for a full day to catch up on a years’ worth of each other’s lives. 4-day weekends including holidays like Thanksgiving influence our culture to sit down, relax, and sleep in more than a usual day. As shelter in place restrictions influence society to stay indoors to …
Apr 04
Enter the next chapter of social distancing, shelter in place, and for some us, unusual work-from-home hours. Some of us are fortunate to continue normal work without the restrictions of. Others are not so lucky. For the population who are not used to being at home, we co-exist with other family members and housemates in …
