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Healthy Tips for Working at a Desk Job

By Dr. Levi Harrison Working at a desk can be tiring and boring if you allow that to happen. Let’s spruce up and brighten your day with exercises at your desk! Make your desk job a series of mini-workouts throughout the day. Here are some daily tips for improving your overall health at work.  …

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Cycling for Fitness

By Dr. Levi Harrison   Three Tips For Enhanced Benefits From An Indoor Cycling Class   #1. Stretch before and after your class   Stretching is a critical aspect of any exercise or fitness class. For cycling, stretching your quads, hamstrings and calves should always be done for 10-15 minutes before getting on your cycle….

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Sports Supplements & Nutrition Products

By Dr. Levi Harrison     “Dr. Levi, how do I choose the best supplement?”     “Dr. Levi, are all supplements safe and good?”     “Which supplements do you take Dr. Levi?”     These are the most common questions that my patients ask me on a daily basis. They truly want to…

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7 Daily Health & Wellbeing Tips

By Dr. Levi Harrison, # 1. Look in the mirror for 1 minute in the morning and laugh while loving and appreciating your body.   #2. Drink more water…It does a body good!   #3. Commit to your personal fitness/ wellness plan.   #4. Make a short list of monthly fitness goals and review them…

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Aqua Zumba

By Dr. Levi Harrison   Orthopedic Surgeon, Physician & Fitness Expert   Aqua Zumba is a fun way to dance your way to health. It combines a combination of low impact aerobic dance and core strengthening movements in a swimming pool. The water alone will engender a sense of childhood joy and well-being. Aqua Zumba…

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What happens after Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery

Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery has been very effective in relieving persistent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome symptoms. There is an improvement in approximately 98% of all patients after Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery. This is consistently an excellent way to treat Carpal Tunnel Syndrome which has failed to respond to conservative measures. I found in my practice that…

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Cardiovascular Training for Basketball by Dr. Levi Harrison

Hi, this is Dr. Levi, your fitness doctor, author of "The Art of Fitness" and an orthopedic surgeon. Today, I'll be demonstrating exercises that will increase your cardiovascular fitness for basketball. You're going to enjoy this. You want to make sure that you position yourself, you are standing erect. The basketball is in front of...

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How To Maintain Your Fitness When Injured

By Dr. Levi Harrison   Staying fit can be a challenge for many people even when they are well and injury free. To maintain our fitness levels it is imperative that we are committed and consistent in our exercise regimens. In my book, The Art of Fitness: A Journey to Self Enhancement, I dedicated two…

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How to Get Lean While You Clean

As an Orthopedic Surgeon and fitness instructor, I often see patients who say they don’t have time to exercise, despite knowing how important it is for overall health and wellness. They’ve got the motivation, but lack the creativity to get it done. Between juggling kids, errands, work, and household chores, sometimes there simply isn’t enough…

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What should I eat before and after my workout?

By Dr. Levi Harrison Orthopedic Surgeon/ Fitness Expert in Los Angeles, CA   Patients, athletes and clients are often asking about the best foods to eat before and after workouts. There is often significant confusion about this area. This compact article will give you a doctor’s perspective about the appropriate way to make healthy food…

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