Hormonal changes during the menopausal transition can affect many aspects of health, including bone health, cardiovascular health, body composition, and muscle mass. That makes this a great time to think about how you are nourishing and supporting your body—not trying to control it.

VO₂ max testing is not just for elite athletes. While athletes have used VO₂ testing for decades to optimize performance, its value extends far beyond sport. Cardiorespiratory fitness—the broader physiological capacity that VO₂ max helps measure—has consistently been associated with long-term health and lower mortality risk.

19 years ago, Kelly and I thought it would be a good idea to get married and open Experience Momentum in the same month. There was a dream, a lot of hope, a leap of faith…and probably a healthy amount of ignorance.  The dream was to create something bigger than a physical therapy clinic—a place built around helping people redefine what was possible in their lives.

Back-to-school season is busy enough without turning lunch into another source of stress. Whether you're navigating hectic mornings or a child who seems to survive on three favorite foods, remember this: healthy lunches don't have to be perfect, and picky eating doesn't have to become a daily battle. 

I’ve been in my 50s for a little over a year now, and I’ll admit: heading into this decade, I was a little nervous about how my body would respond. Would I recover more slowly? Would the things I love—running, skiing, mountain biking, lifting, pushing myself physically—start becoming harder?

Would I begin noticing limitations I hadn’t thought much about before? What I’ve found so far is a little different.

Whether you’re going on a day hike or embarking on a 20-mile backpacking trip, our RDN, Riley Hughes, offers helpful nutrition, hydration, and recovery tips to fuel your summer outdoor adventures. The best hiking adventures aren’t just about the destination; they’re about having the energy to enjoy every step of the way.