HOW POOR POSTURE CONTRIBUTES TO BACK PAIN
Whenyourspine isnot inproperalignment, themuscles, ligaments and jointsareallunderexcessivestrain,causingmostepisodesof backpain.The lowerbacksupportsmostof theweightof thebody and therefore is themostvulnerable to theeffectsofpoorposture. Discs,whichprovidesupportbetween thespinalbones (vertebrae), are also affected from poor posture. However, with good posture, thespine is inproperalignmentand theshockabsorbingdiscsare not as subject to injury. Oftenwithpoorposture, thespinewillbecomefixed inanabnormal position.This leads to theconstrictionofbloodvesselsandnerves over time.Furthermore, thiscausesproblemswith the joints,discs and muscles. It is important to takecareofyourspine.Goodpostureeliminates manyof thehealthproblems thatcandevelopwhen thespinehas an unhealthy posture. Since you perform many different movements and positions throughout the day (sitting, standing, bending, stooping, lying down, etc.) it is important to learn how to keep correct posture. Maintaininggoodpostureduring theday results in lessbackpain. When you correct bad posture habits, the new and improved movements tend to become more automatic and require very little effort to maintain. At Southern California Aquatic & Physical Therapywetrainyouonthebestwaytoattainandholdyourposture throughout the day. We help you relieve your back pain quickly while improving your posture for maximum, long term results!
Garlic Chicken Skillet
February Was National Heart Month!
INGREDIENTS • 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs • 2 tablespoon oil • 4 cloves garlic, minced • ½ teaspoon ginger, minced • Sweet Cherry Tomato’s “Halved” • Asparagus Cut in 1/8 • Salt and Pepper
National Wear Red Day, to bring national attention to the fact that Heart Disease is the #1 killer of women, raising awareness of women’s heart health. More then 50% of women have increased their exercise. Nearly 90% of women have made at least one healthy behavior change. 6 out of 10 women have changed their diets. More then 40% of women have checked thier cholesterol levels. One third of women have talked with their doctors about developing a heart health plan. Today nearly 300 fewer women die from heart disease and stroke each day. But despite our progress, more work is crucial. 1 in 3 women die of heart disease and stroke each year. But what’s more powerful? Millions of mothers, sisters, daughters and friends are making a change. https://www.goredforwomen.org/…/nati…/national-wear-red-day/
INSTRUCTIONS Lightly Salt and Pepper Thighs. Over medium-high heat in a 10” skillet, pan sear the chicken in some oil. Reduce heat to medium after searing both sides. Cook them on both sides in batches until browned, about 4-5 minutes per side or until center is no longer pink. Drain chicken on paper towels and remove 80% of any excess oil from the pan. Reduce heat to medium-low and toss the chicken back in the pan. Pour in garlic, ginger, Cherry tomato’s Asparagus and cook over medium-low heat until reduced. Flip the chicken and cook till vegetables are al dente or cooked just firm to the bite. Dish and serve hot.
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