Peaches – a sweet, juicy fruit whose warm orange and pink skin is reminiscent of a summertime sunset. This fuzzy fruit is native to China,
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The Viparita Karani pose has recently taken the yoga world by a gentle storm. “From the word ‘Viparita’ meaning ‘reversed’ and ‘Karani’ meaning ‘in action,’
Battling Kidney Stones
Many of us have known someone who has had or at least heard the horror stories of having kidney stones. They can cause pain that
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The lime is here. Small but mighty, limes are bright green citrus fruits used in recipes and add zest to water. Under the lime’s thick
Exercises Inspired by our Animal Friends
Researchers often look to nature to help improve the human experience. Even the basic principles of flight were found from birds. Throughout human history we
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At-Home Ab Workouts for Every Skill Level
Your core is made up of muscles in the abdomen and lower back. These muscles are vital to posture, injury prevention and general musculoskeletal health. Luckily, the core is one of the easier muscle groups to work out at home… read more
Squeeze More Health Into Your Diet With Orange Juice!
When you think of the health benefits of citrus, your first thought is probably drinking a big glass of Florida orange juice to help combat colds and boost your immune system. After all, that is orange juice’s biggest marketing claim to… read more
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Chances are you may have heard of the magical properties of green juice. But what is green juice actually? What benefits does it have, and is it really as good as everyone says? Celebrities like Martha Stewart, Reese Witherspoon, Kerry… read more
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How Often Should You Change Your Towel?
Towels are a cornerstone of maintaining good personal hygiene, used daily to dry off after a shower or bath. But how often should you replace your towel with a fresh one? Is it after one day, three days or longer?… read more
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It is that time of year again. The kids are out of school, the weather is hot, and many of us will be getting some much-needed rest and relaxation. Vacation can be a difficult time to keep up with fitness,… read more
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With the clock falling back an hour, it is time for gym motivation to spring forward. Most professionals recommend working out in the morning because it is easier to throw in the towel after a long day of work. With… read more
Is a Deadline the Best Motivator?
Almost 10 years ago, I started a Facebook group for people who wanted to run a 5K under 30 minutes. The group—called the Sub-30 Club, which now has nearly 7,000 members—quickly changed its focus: We wouldn’t just center around 29:59.… read more
