Fitness With Dr. Capicotto

The fitness section highlights Dr. Capicotto’s passion for powerlifting and the importance of regular exercise for a healthy spine. Discover workout routines designed to strengthen your core, improve your posture, and enhance your physical wellbeing. Learn how integrating fitness into your daily life can lead to a stronger, healthier spine and improved overall health.

Regardless if you're doing lighter weights/more reps or heavier weights/fewer reps, lifting is all about incremental progress.

Lifting Weights Is About Incremental Progress

Always on the struggle bus when lifting? Join the club. But in this case, that's a good thing! Regardless if you're using lighter weights and ...
This day was about adding extra weight and resistance to workouts.

Adding Extra Weight and Resistance to Workouts

You'd think hip mobility is the fountain of youth but actually, it's sled sprints. This day was all about adding extra weight and resistance 🥵 ...
Wobbly legs = Leg day success

Leg Day Success + Storytime

Wobbly legs = Leg day success 🙌 This feeling brings up fun memories of (leg) days gone by! Struggling with chronic back or neck pain? ...
From Spine Surgeon to Ab Master

From Spine Surgeon to Ab Master

From spine surgeon to ab master. After a case was cancelled, Mel and I made the mistake of hitting the gym. But every workout helps ...
Aim high. Squat low. What's the hardest part of squatting after age 40? (Hint: It's not what you expect!)

What’s The Hardest Part Of Squatting After Age 40?

Aim high. Squat low. What's the hardest part of squatting after age 40? (Hint: It's not what you expect!) Struggling with chronic back or neck ...
Lunge and let loose. Warming up with sled sprints (and running after Mel to get the shot. Keep up with our 2025 fitness journey.

Lunge and Let Loose

Lunge and let loose. Warming up with sled sprints (and running after Mel to get the shot. 🎥 ) If you've been keeping up with ...

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DIY Remedies for Back Pain: What Works and What Doesn't

DIY Remedies for Back Pain: What Works and What Doesn’t

Many people turn to DIY remedies for back pain to try and alleviate the constant pain they’re feeling without going to the doctor; unfortunately, some ...
Things You Didn't Know Were Causing Your Back Pain

Things You Didn’t Know Were Causing Your Back Pain

Back pain is one of the most common ailments that affects millions of people per year. While injuries are often given the blame for back ...
Posture Myths Debunked: What Really Hurts Your Spine?

Posture Myths Debunked: What Really Hurts Your Spine?

Posture is a universally talked about topic. You’ve most likely been told to “fix your posture” or “stand up straight”. Poor posture is often blamed ...
Spine Health for Parents: How to Protect Your Back While Caring for Kids

Spine Health for Parents: How to Protect Your Back While Caring for Kids

Parenting is one of the most rewarding experiences, but can be a lot on your body, especially on your spine. You may be bending over ...
How to Choose Spine-Friendly Outdoor Furniture

How to Choose Spine-Friendly Outdoor Furniture

Summer is the perfect time for you to redo your deck with some new paint, decorations, and of course new furniture. The last thing you ...
The Best Summer Foods for Spine Health

The Best Summer Foods for Spine Health

Summer is the perfect time to revamp your diet with fresh, nutrient-packed seasonal foods. Having a healthy spine is so important for your overall health ...