Whether you are weekend warrior or competitive athlete, you are at risk for hamstring injury and you may never see it coming. But, when it happens . . . it sure is painful! A hamstring strain is usually sudden, with an immediate sharp pain in the back of the thigh....
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5 Stretches to Improve Your Next Round of Golf
How would you like with to hit the ball father, straighter, and with more consistency? Since golf is a rotational sport, it requires both flexibility and strength to achieve the optimal swing. Loss of flexibility is one of the leading causes of injury in golfers. For...
Friday Foodspiration: Lean Beef Stroganoff
Beef Stroganoff was a staple in my home as a kid. Remember that creamy sauce that dripped over egg noodles or seeped into rice. With a goal of eating mostly whole, non processed, anti inflammatory foods, I thought this meal was out of the question. . . But no. The...
Why Women Should Take Up Golf to Improve Their Wellness
Golf is a unique sport in that it can be played by everyone. Regardless of age, gender, or ability you can get out on the course and enjoy the game. In addition, it is one of the few sports in which men and women can complete alongside one another. However, according...
Strategies Top Golfers Use to Improve Their Game And Reduce Injury
As simple as it may look from the outside, golf is actually a very complex sport. The movements require strength, flexibility, and precision. Golfers commit to long hours on the course and driving range to perfect their swing and sharpen their game. However, it’s...
Friday Foodspiration: Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup
This bright red soup is full of disease fighting antioxidants. According to the Mayo Clinic, red vegetables, like tomatoes and bell peppers, may help reduce the risk of diabetes, osteoporosis, and heart disease. Make a big pot of this soup and freeze some for a rainy...
Defy Aging and Reclaim Your Health With Phytonutrients
The only thing practically everyone agrees about when it comes to diet and nutrition . . . we need to eat more plants. It’s proven that eating more fruits and vegetables can reduce your risk for many known diseases such as heart disease, stroke, Alzheimer’s, cancer,...
Friday Foodspiration: Healthier Sloppier Joes
Do you have fond memories of sloppy joes from your childhood? It is the ultimate quick, tasty, family friendly weeknight meal. Unfortunately, that canned sauce is full of preservatives, sugar, and sodium. Let’s add some extra fresh veggies to a homemade sauce and make...
5 Beautiful Places To Walk Near Collierville This Spring
You can’t beat the feeling that Spring puts in the air. It’s my favorite time of the year! The best part is a spring walk. There is warmth in the air, sun shining, and plenty of color replacing the grays and browns of winter. Most everyone has their favorite...
5 Steps to Natural Recovery of a Rotator cuff Injury
A painful shoulder can cause simple daily activities such as taking a shower, getting dressed, cooking a meal, or even sleeping to become difficult and frustrating. We often don’t realize how much we use our shoulder – reaching, pulling, lifting – until we can’t. In...