There is still so much that we don’t know about the impact of the coronavirus. One thing is certain, from the research and our first hand experience, millions of adults have had to change the way they exercise post COVID. If you currently have COVID-19, the general...
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8 Rules for Exercising with Back Pain
There was a time – not so long ago – that doctors recommended bed rest for patients with low back pain. We now know that may be the worst thing you can do for your back in the long run. If you follow current research you know it’s important to continue exercising with...
Expert Tips to Recover From Over Exercising
I know you may be zealous to start this year with a new or upgraded fitness routine. First, let me give you a virtual high five. I’ll also share some expert tips to recover from over exercising, because it’s likely to happen if you continue toward your goals. Over two...
7 Keys to Setting Attainable Health Goals
It’s that time of year again when everyone is setting new goals for a new year. The problem is, few people actually get there by the end of the year. Let’s make 2024 different! We are going to talk about keys to achieving some of the most important goals we can set...
Friday Foodspiration: Cauliflower Dippers
These Cauliflower Dippers with marinara dipping sauce were an absolute hit at our Super Bowl Party, so I thought I would share them with you too. Perhaps you don’t think of anything fried as being “healthy”, but I promise you this was a better option than just about...
What Every Runner Needs to Know About Inflammation
Have you experienced inflammation as a runner? It is a shared human experience, because if you have had a papercut you have seen inflammation first hand. It is a normal part of life and a normal part of endurance training and it’s not all bad. It naturally occurs to...
Friday Foodspiration: Healthy Pear Upside Down Cake
Winter weekends are for baking at our house. This past weekend my 6 year old son requested that we make an upside down cake. I have no idea where he even got this idea. But, I dug out one of my old favorite recipes from Martha Stewart for Pear Upside Down Cake (you...
5 Easy Ways to Have a Healthier Fall
Despite what these sunny Mid South afternoons may tell you, it won’t be long before the temperatures become a lot cooler and the days even shorter. We may want to stay in bed when it’s still dark, move less when the evenings are chilly, or just curl up with comfort...
Leg Muscle Stretching Techniques
Strong, flexible leg muscles are essential for maintaining overall mobility and preventing injuries. If you’re looking to improve your daily movements, proper leg muscle stretching can make a significant difference in your overall well-being. Get ready to take a step...
Healthier Together with Fall Family Fitness
In these days of grab and go meals, hours spent sitting at desks, and full schedules of extracurricular activities, families need to work at being healthier together. This tends to hit especially hard in the back to school and fall season in our home. But as parents,...