Flexibility is one of the three portions of fitness, along with cardio and strength training, though many Americans forego the stretching portion of their exercise routine. You may want to re-think skipping out on the stretching as a 2009 study published in the American Journal of Physiology has linked increased flexibility to decreased heart risk for heart attacks and strokes.

Dr. Winchester and Dr. Sneyd, along with the rehabilitation specialists at The Winchester Institute, will help customize a routine to help you reach your goals. Contact the office at (614)-760-5555 or www.thewinchesterinstitute.com if you’d like us to help you reach your goals.

 Did you know that the quarter back of Super Bowl Champions, The Green Bay Packers, Aaron Rodgers is the son of a chiropractor? Chiropractic is a large part of maintaining the health of many football players as shown by a survey of the head athletic trainers for multiple NFL teams. 77% of these athletic trainers reported to have referred to chiropractors for players and in 2002, 31% of NFL teams had a chiropractor as part of their staff.

Dr. Winchester and Dr. Sneyd know that chiropractic is an important part of the rehabilitation as well as prevention of injuries to athletes of all sports. Contact The Winchester Institute at (614)-760-5555 or www.thewinchesterinstitute.com to see if we can help prepare you or your child for upcoming spring sports.

Aerobic exercise has always been known for its many health benefits, but a recent article states that those that engage in cardio exercise, and more specifically running, actually have an increase in brainpower. Many CEO’s that participated in an Ironman triathlon called the CEO Challenge state that “without aerobic exercise, they wouldn’t be CEO’s.” Just one more reason to get moving!

Dr. Winchester and Dr. Sneyd at The Winchester Institute know the importance of taking action steps towards better health. If something is slowing you down, contact us at (614)-760-5555 or at www.thewinchesterinstitute.com to see what we can do to help you get out there!