Shop Smart: Carry Groceries, Not Pain
Long hours of maneuvering heavy bags, maintaining a strained posture, and the constant tug of overloaded arms can lead to hip tightness, low back pain, and overall muscle fatigue.

Long hours of maneuvering heavy bags, maintaining a strained posture, and the constant tug of overloaded arms can lead to hip tightness, low back pain, and overall muscle fatigue.

Gardening and yard work are not only fulfilling hobbies but also excellent forms of physical activity. However, the repetitive motions and prolonged postures involved can lead to discomfort or injury, particularly in the lower back and knees.

Whether you’re a young adult bustling through busy supermarket aisles, a parent juggling multiple grocery trips for your family, or a senior who simply loves the experience of shopping, carrying groceries can impose significant physical demands

The repetitive overhead throwing, explosive sprinting between bases, and dynamic fielding motions subject muscles and joints to considerable stress, leaving players vulnerable to a spectrum of injuries that can derail a promising season.

On a sun-drenched June morning, Des Moines pulsed with energy as athletes dove into the IRONMAN 70.3 challenge—1.2 miles in Gray’s Lake, 56 rolling miles on the bike, and a grand finale run past the historic courthouse.

Fishing is more than just a relaxing pastime—it’s a sport that demands patience, skill, and endurance. Across Iowa’s lakes and rivers, anglers test their strength against powerful bass, walleye, catfish, and many clients travel to deep sea fishing...