Of my many bodily deficiencies (see Pants, Tight), one has been protesting louder lately. I’m creaky. I’m tight. I’m about as flexible as a granite countertop. I can feel it when I walk, when I run, when I wake up… read more
Self-Care
5 Health Experts You Won’t Want To Miss This Year!
We all know to go to the doctor when we are sick. And if it goes beyond the basic cold, many times we are referred to other experts who can help our ailments. But, with the mindset of “new year,… read more
Show Your Liver Some Love with Liver-Supporting Foods
Think of the liver as the body’s toxin processing plant. Most toxins, like pesticides, household cleaning agents, dry-cleaning chemicals and hormone disruptors in beauty products, are fat-soluble. In order to be eliminated from the body, fat-soluble toxins must be converted… read more
Simple Exercises to Encourage Hip Health
According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, more than 300,000 total hip replacements are performed each year in the United States. While some hip surgeries are inevitable, there are some steps you can take to encourage hip health… read more
Loving Number One: Practicing Self-Care
The term “self-care” may conjure the image of a woman at the spa, perhaps with cucumber slices over her eyes while someone paints her nails and massages her feet. But self-care is more than a superficial indulgence; practicing self-care is… read more
Jump Around: Discover the Benefits of Jumping Rope
Searching for a home workout device that won’t break the bank? Look no further than the all mighty jump rope. This simple and effective tool can fit into just about any bag. It can burn more calories than walking, or… read more
Losing Your Zzzz’s? What to Do About Insomnia
Your mind races, you feel restless and you stare at your clock as the hours tick by. Insomnia is a common condition that results in difficulty initiating and maintaining sleep, and the National Institutes of Health estimate that 10 percent… read more
How Do You Work Your Way Up to a Full Pull Up?
When I was interviewed for my first job as a personal trainer, the manager asked what I thought was a bench mark upper body exercise. It didn’t take long for me to come up with an answer. The push and… read more
Turn Over A New Leaf With These Nutritious Lettuce Alternatives
Some consider salads to be the superior healthy meal, but in reality, some lettuces like iceberg and romaine have little to no nutritional value. If you really want to get the most out of your salads, craft them with hearty,… read more
Tips To Stop Overeating at Night
For a lot of people, factors like boredom and loneliness can contribute to overeating or binge eating late at night. This could cause you to gain unnecessary weigh, further fatigue and increase anxiety. Here are some tips and friendly reminders… read more
