Miller Physical Therapy - Our Healthy Living (Thriving!) Blog
Finding a diet plan that is safe, effective, and sustainable can be challenging, especially for athletes. They will have different nutritional needs compared with the general public. Athletes may require more calories and macronutrients to maintain strength and energy to compete at their optimum level. Learn more about an athlete’s necessities below. Questions? Meet with our nutritionist to get exactly the answers you need!
Athletes will have different nutritional needs compared w...
Posted on 2023-03-01
Feb. 1, 2023, is National Girls & Women in Sports Day! The celebration is important for future generations to understand their rights to equal access and opportunity. Learn below why this date is important and how you can observe this national day. Miller PT supports women in sports -- and stands right with you to avoid and overcome injuries.
HISTORY OF NATIONAL GIRLS AND WOMEN IN SPORTS DAY.
National Girls and Women in Sports Day was first observed in 1987 to remember the Olympic v...
Posted on 2023-02-01
Eating can be deeply connected to your emotions and your mind. It's not an overnight switch, but with mindfulness, we can develop new skills to explore habits that undermine the healthy eating habits you are looking to cement in your life. There's not a better time to try than a fresh New Year. Here’s a handy guide to try. Remember -- we are here to support you if you need it!
We all experience moments of indulgence that lead to overeating. If it happens once in a while, it&r...
Posted on 2023-01-01
Holiday food is not known for its health attributes. But healthier bites can be found at most holiday parties, you just may need to do some digging. Avoid diet sabotage with our guide for what to eat at holiday parties this year. Your physical therapist and nutritionist here at Miller PT can show you how to stay on track and close this year in the best possible way: healthy and pain-free!
Much of the fare at your next holiday party is going to be high in calories, fat, sugar and sodium, ...
Posted on 2022-12-01
Breathing is a part of living we tend to take for granted. No one ever taught us how to do it, and surely, there’s no right or wrong way to breathe. Or is there? Learning some techniques and exercises can reduce stress or anxiety, and even improve your lung function. Learn how below.
Falling asleep or coming down from anxiety might never be as easy as 1-2-3, but some experts believe a different set of numbers – 4-7-8 – comes much closer to doing the trick.
The 4-7-8 techn...
Posted on 2022-11-01
