Celery is typically associated with wing trays and football days. However, it can have us wrinkling our noses and tossing it in the trash after
The Latest
Best Things to Do This Weekend in Gainesville!
Are you looking for fun in Gainesville this weekend? If so, we got you! Here are some of the best things to do in Gainesville over the weekend. In search of future fun? Visit this blog every week to stay… read more
Walking: Improve Your Mental and Physical Health
National Take a Walk in the Park Day is March 30! Looking for an easy way to improve your mental and physical health? Try walking! We have some tips for getting the most out of your daily walks. What time… read more
Everything You Need To Know About Allergies
As a family member to someone who has an anaphylactic allergy to peanuts, food allergies are a regular topic of conversation in our home. Everyone knows the allergy plan, how to read food labels, where the EpiPen is and to… read more
5 Heart-Healthy Veggies to Add To Your Diet
Eat your veggies… a phrase we have all heard a thousand times. When we were young, we thought it was just something our mom’s asked of us to make our lives miserable, but now, it is a demand from our… read more
Unleashing the Power of the Mind: What is Mental Rehearsal?
What is mental rehearsal? Mental rehearsal is a cognitive technique that engages the mind in simulating experiences or actions without physically performing them. It taps into our brain's capacity to vividly imagine situations, actions or outcomes, creating a mental blueprint… read more
The Low Down on Intermittent Fasting
Fasting has been around for as long as humans could make a record of it. The way that food is available to us in modern times is the anomaly in human history. We don’t know how to control ourselves when… read more
Living with OCD
Many people associate obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) with actions like excessive hand washing or folding towels in a specific way. While these can be symptoms of OCD, the condition itself is much more complex. It can be truly debilitating to those… read more
spotlight on
Discover the Power Behind Taking a Nap
We have all experienced that late afternoon slump. You start to lose focus, feel a bit groggy and need a little pick me up to get through the day. Taking a nap can not only give you an energy boost,… read more
Workouts for the Week
Find Out Why You Should Try Water Aerobics
The term water aerobics has gotten a bad rep, constantly coming off as an easy exercise performed in the shallow end of the pool. However, water aerobics applies to several different water activities that increase your breathing and heart rate… read more
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
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 have used the world around us to enhance our abilities. So why not turn to… read more
Get Involved With These Sports to Stay Active As You Age
We know that exercise is important to us as we get older, but sometimes hitting the gym isn’t enough. Running on the treadmill, using machines or even taking classes at the gym may not be your cup of tea, but… read more
Viparita Karani: The Yoga Pose You Did Not Know You Needed
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,’ we can understand that what many of us think of as ‘legs up the wall… read more
Morning Workout Motivation
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