Earth Day is April 22! This is a day prompting urgency for environmental education about the problems affecting our world as well as a global celebration of all the great things the Earth provides us with. Everyone could use a… read more
Self-Care
5 Earth Day Inspired Smoothie Ideas
What better way to celebrate Earth Day than by sipping on an Earth Day inspired smoothie with fresh fruits and vegetables? Try these five heart-healthy and earthy smoothies to feel fresh and nourished! Blue and Green Smoothie This easy-to-make Earth… read more
Healthy Happy Hour: Try a Kale Collins!
Welcome to Healthy Happy Hour! Here, we take classic cocktail recipes and add a healthy twist! Try this interesting twist on a classic Tom Collins that we like to call the "Kale Collins!" KALE COLLINS Kale is packed with vitamins… read more
Why Should You Add Radishes to Your Shopping List?
Radishes aren’t a terribly popular vegetable — they’re not often featured in main dish recipes, and their spicy flavor makes some people prefer to skip them as a side. Common in salads and not much else, these veggies are often… read more
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
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
