Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Why Milestones Matter (and my favorite ways to get there)
The CDC changed their milestone guidelines in 2022. This caused quite an uproar among many, especially the elimination of crawling, but...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Nov 8, 20232 min read
2023 December #NoExcuses Workout Challenge
We're doing it again! Another #NoExcuses December workout challenge. For me, as winter comes, I get busy and my motivation wanes, so...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Nov 3, 20232 min read
Hanging for Health: Why You Should Hold a Hang
I first became intrigued with the hang while reading Glenn Doman's work, including How Smart is Your Baby. While that book impacted how I...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Nov 15, 20221 min read
2022 December #NoExcuses Workout Challenge
We're doing it again! Another #NoExcuses December workout challenge. For me, as winter comes, I get busy and my motivation wanes, so...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Oct 5, 20222 min read
5 Measurable Fitness Tests to Determine Your Health Status
How fit are you? Do you know how to test your fitness? These are five of my favorite measurable fitness tests to determine how functional...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Feb 21, 20222 min read
Why You Should Start Walking Backward
I've been singing the praises of Ben Patrick (knees over toes guy) for a while now. Knee pain? Go see his stuff. One of my favorite tips...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Feb 10, 20223 min read
Your neck and depression. What's the connection?
The position of your body, and thus your spine, is always giving your brain information on what's going on in your world. When you (or...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Dec 25, 20211 min read
January #NoExcuses Bingo Challenge!
Are you looking for a little motivation to start some healthy habits in 2022? Here is a fun challenge! Grab your family and friends and...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Dec 2, 20213 min read
The Way You Breathe Matters (with instructions for improvement)
Are you breathing correctly? Is there a right way to breathe? Chances are no, you are not breathing correctly. And yes, there is a...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Nov 12, 20211 min read
December #NoExcuses Workout Challenge (2021)
Who's ready to get their fitness on this December?! I've got another #NoExcuses challenge just for you. As winter comes, I get busy and...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Sep 27, 20212 min read
Should You Start Exercising During Pregnancy?
Remember when we were told that you should only continue the same exercise you were doing prior to pregnancy and not start anything new?...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Jan 5, 20212 min read
Low Back Pain, Pregnancy and Chiropractic
It's estimated that upwards of 50% of women will experience low back pain during pregnancy. This can result in sleep disturbances,...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Jan 6, 20202 min read
Do I have sciatica?
If you've ever had low back pain or pain running down the back of your leg, you may have suspected sciatica. Sciatica is specifically,...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
May 11, 20192 min read
Could my arm pain be from my neck?
Over the past few weeks, I've had a surge in patients with arm pain, tingling or numbness in their fingers or weakness in their hand....
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Mar 9, 20193 min read
5 Shortcuts to Health
Shortcut? To health? But, Kristen, you always talk about how there aren't any shortcuts to real health! Hey, you're right. And these are...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Dec 17, 20182 min read
#NoExcuses Workouts
My #NoExcuses December workout challenge was such a hit that I decided to turn it into a year long program! Each Wednesday, I'll be...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Nov 18, 20181 min read
#NoExcuses December Workout Challenge
Join me for this year's #NoExcuses December Workout Challenge. All workouts are between 8 and 12 minutes long. So, seriously, no excuses....
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Jul 13, 20183 min read
Want a strong core? STOP doing sit ups. Do this instead.
When we think of someone as having a strong core, we’ll often visualize 6 pack abs. Unfortunately, the ability to see someone’s rectus...
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Jun 23, 20182 min read
4 Ways Burpees Can Improve Your Life
Whether you love them or hate them, burpees are one of the most efficient movements you can do. That's what makes it one of my favorites....
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Dr. Kristen Mitteness
Jun 2, 20182 min read
5 Reasons You Should Go for a Walk Right Now
Many of us brush off walking as a form of exercise because it doesn't feel "hard enough". We often choose to drive instead of walk...
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