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Friday Foodspiration: Apple Walnut Salad
Apple Walnut Salad Food doesn't have to be complicated to taste good. The sweet apples, paired with a tart vinaigrette are a great combination. Add chicken to make it a meal! Ingredients: 1 Apple, diced 2 cups Romaine Lettuce, chopped 1/4 cup Walnuts 2 tbs Apple...
Quickly Stop the Frustration of Ankle Pain That Comes Back When You Run
You head out the door for a run. It’s time for your long run of the week. You are looking forward to getting away for an hour or so to clear your head and tune up your body. However, you don’t make it to the end of the block before. . . OUCH! Something in your...
Friday Foodspiration: Zucchini Boat Tacos
Do you prefer hard shell or soft shell tacos? Is a taco still a taco without a taco shell? This zucchini taco boat is a great way to get amazing Mexican flavors without the corn or flour tortilla. It even has an added serving of vegetables and is very low in carb....
7 Steps to Run, Walk, and Live Without Heel Pain
One of the most common complaints that walkers or runners come to us with is heel pain. Heel pain usually affects the underside or back of your heel. Either the tendon or plantar fascia across the bottom of the foot becomes tight or the Achilles tendon on the back...
Friday Foodspiration: Chocolate Chip Coconut Granola
This the perfect snack with one exception . . . I want to eat the whole pan as soon as it comes out of the oven. Granola has always been a favorite in my family, but I was disappointed with the ingredient list of most I found on the shelf. You can find a few good...
How Your Backside Effects More Than Your Jeans
Everyone wants a nice looking backside, right. But, those gluteal muscles do a whole lot more than just compliment our favorite jeans. The buttock, or gluteal muscles are one of the most powerful groups of muscles in the human body. They are actually made up of...
Prevent Injury and Improve Performance In Your Teenage Athlete
As parents we want our kids to be both active and successful, with athletics being an excellent means to this end. We know the amazing benefits of organized sports and want your children to be able to participate fully. But, how can we provide those activities that...
Friday Foodspiration: Lemon Custard
I call this “anti aging” lemon custard because it contains gelatin. Science shows that gelatin helps the body regulate cell growth and improves the strength, elasticity, and smoothness of tissues (resulting in fewer wrinkles). The healthy fats from the coconut milk...
How to Help Your Muscles Recover Faster (At Any Age)
“I am hoping you can help … As you know I really enjoy working out. I run and lift weights 5-6 days a week. But lately my body feels lethargic, my muscles feel tense, and it’s taking me longer to get over the post workout soreness. Do you have any tips for what I...
Friday Foodspiration: Dark Chocolate Bark
I call this “empty the pantry” dark chocolate bark. It’s a great way to use the last few nuts, seeds, or pieces of dried fruit that are left in the pantry. Antioxidants, healthy fats, and no added sugars make this a “healthy treat”. Also, depending on what you...