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Postural Awareness

Correct postural alignment is the most frequently overlooked aspect of a person’s musculoskeletal health. Your posture and body alignment don’t have to be dramatically off to affect how you function, or to cause you pain. Your spine and major weight-bearing joints work best when aligned one on top of the other; your shoulders, hips, knees, […]
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Hydration is key

Sports Drinks? Yay or Nay?

Are Sports Drinks Bad for You? Are they more replenishing than water? Are there better ways to rehydrate and replace electrolytes?   Not all liquids are created equal, and not every drink will help protect you against the heat. In fact, drinks with large amounts of sugar can actually cause dehydration. Sports drinks, designed for […]
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What is the Best Way To Stretch?

What is the difference between Static, Active, Dynamic, and Functional stretching? Which type of stretching is better for you and how do they work?  With so many different types of stretching, it can be challenging to select the most beneficial. We will discuss four basic stretching styles which can be done independently. For all you […]
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Benefits of Staying Hydrated

Why Is Hydration SO Important? With summertime almost in full swing, we’re enjoying warmer weather, longer daylight hours, and more time spent outdoors. A nice, cool drink of water can be your best friend and help you prevent heat-related illnesses. Extreme heat can lead to dangerous health problems, especially for infants, children, and the elderly. […]
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What is Knee Valgus?

Knee valgus is also referred to as “valgus collapse” and “medial knee displacement”. It is characterized by hip adduction (femurs collapse inward) and internal rotation (knees tracking inside the frame of foot stance). It can also be referred to as “knee caving” as you descend into a squat or landing after a jump. When standing […]
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Benefits of Outdoor Exercise

We all know that exercise provides many mental and physical health benefits. What if a simple change in location could exponentially increase those benefits? Turns out, it can! Outdoor exercise, also known as “green exercise”, combines two health-enhancing activities: moving your body and getting outdoors. If you’re looking to enhance your mood, save money, and […]
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Postural Awareness

Correct postural alignment is the most frequently overlooked aspect of a person’s musculoskeletal health. Your posture and body alignment don’t have to be dramatically off to affect how you function, or to cause you pain. Your spine and major weight-bearing joints work best when aligned one on top of the other; your shoulders, hips, knees, […]
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THOUGHTFUL THURSDAY ????

In honor of Mother’s Day, here are some exercise guidelines for all you new moms out there. Please be advised, these are basic guidelines and are NOT meant to replace medical advice. If you have specific concerns or other postpartum conditions, please contact your OBGYN.     1-8 Weeks After Delivery: Postpone vigorous exercise until after […]
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Improve Your Balance

Why is balance so important? What can we do to improve our balance?   In life, we find ourselves seeking balance, between work, finances, relationships,  our diet and exercise. As we age, it becomes imperative that we really learn how to Balance… in the literal sense as falls can have greater consequences.   According to […]
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Heirloom tomatoes

Nutritional Benefits of Lycopene

What is Lycopene? What are the health benefits? Which foods contain Lycopene?   Lycopene is a cancer preventing phytonutrient – a powerful antioxidant with an extensive list of amazing health benefits. In fact, Lycopene is one of the most powerful antioxidants in the world. It’s most commonly found in tomatoes, but you can consume it […]
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