All posts tagged "cottage industry"

  • In this March 17, 2016 photo, stretching techniques are demonstrated in at Stretch Zone in Boca Raton, Fla. Some chiropractors and trainers say they’re treating more injured clients as the high intensity interval training and hybrid-workout movement has exploded. Most CrossFit and similar high intensity workouts are not meant for average gym-goers, said Jorden Gold, who founded Stretch Zone. During the 30-minute sessions, therapists use bolsters and belts to stretch clients on a table from angles that are nearly impossible to stretch on one’s own. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
    High-intensity workout injuries spawn cottage industry

    MIAMI (AP) — After a few weeks of working out at CrossFit, Charles Banfield says his back hurt constantly and his joints felt terrible. The 47-year-old’s aches and pains were so bad, he initially blamed his bed...

    • Posted March 30, 2016
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