In a study published in Scientific Reports, vitamin D deficiency was linked to chronic tension headaches. As the spring months are getting warmer, it is a good idea to get some sunshine each day to get adequate vitamin D. Eating a diet rich in fatty fish such as salmon, tuna and sardines is a great way to boast your vitamin […]
Read moreGentle yoga classes are such a great way for all of us to stay active with less injuries as we age. In the American Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, more studies from Japan proved even the heart healthy benefits gained from a gentle stretch class. Here is a short article on some of the those benefits! http://www.dole.com/Articles/Stretching-Benefits
Read moreWe know that soda is not good for our health. It is astonishing how much sugar companies are able to get into those little cans and bottles. You will get more sugar in one 20 oz soda beverage than you will get in an entire week if you put 2 teaspoons of sugar in your coffee every day for 7 […]
Read moreWhen we are upset, it can be very hard to stop everything and take deep breaths. If you are taking a weekly yoga class, this type of stress management will become more second nature. Here is a great short article on ways that yoga can help with anger management. I hope you will set aside time to be a part […]
Read moreFunctional flexibility is very important as we age. We need to keep our muscles working in activities that will stretch and strengthen them. It is important to stay flexible and maintain good balance as we all sit for many hours a day in our cars, homes or at our work places. Here is a great article listing some of the […]
Read moreMy students know that in any class I teach, we will be doing a lot of slow breathing to calm that fight or flight pattern that goes on in our nervous system all week long. “When you take in slow, steady breaths, your brain gets the message that all is well and activates the parasympathetic response, said Dr. Brown. When […]
Read moreThis last month of the year can be a real time of defeat for many people. The weight gained from eating all of the holiday treats and high calorie foods at parties might cause many people to give up their fitness goals in the new year. There is a way to make it through this season without weight gain. Make […]
Read moreMilan Ross lost 225 pounds on a plant based diet! He found out about this type of lifestyle while working at Whole Foods. He attended a week long health seminar in Naples, Florida. Please take a few moments to read this wonderful story from Forks Over Knives! https://www.forksoverknives.com/whole-foods-changed-life-helped-lose-200-pounds/
Read moreHere is a new study to be thankful for!An Australian study published in the American Journal of Public Health found that eating eight servings of fruits and vegetables daily may boost life satisfaction. Life is short and we want to spend it in a good mood. Here is a simple example of how to get those eight servings in one […]
Read moreWith only two months left in 2016, we want to end the year full of energy and fitting our holiday clothing! This short list in the link below will help you continue to gain that “grit” you need to finish the year well. I especially like the small chart here that shows just how much walking or running we need […]
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