If you are anything like our family, you may be taking a little extra time right now for some spring cleaning around the house? It was our guest bedroom and garage this past weekend. But what about spring cleaning your exercise routine? And furthermore, how do you...
Trevor Ling
5 Side Walk Chalk Exercises to Get You and the Kids Moving
A pack of sidewalk chalk and the blank “canvas” of a driveway can be amazing fun for kids. As a mom, I love that they are using their creativity, imagination, getting fresh air, and sometimes even collaborating nicely with one another. Instead of just drawing some...
The Surprising Connection Between Arthritis & Fatigue and 8 Tips to Get Your Energy Back
When it comes to arthritis, sore knees and stiff hips may be the first thing that comes to mind. However, there are invisible symptoms that can be just as troubling. Up to 75% of patients say they experience fatigue and other sleep issues. This is especially true with...
Read This Before Adding a Supplement for Joint Health
The movements of everyday life can cause wear and tear of the joints resulting in weakness, inflammation, and pain. If you are experiencing joint pain or are active and just want to keep your joints strong and prevent injury, taking the best supplements can help....
7 Ways to Make Your New Home Office Healthier and More Productive
Many people have suddenly found themselves working remotely, doing their part to flatten the curve and reduce the impact of COVID-19 on our healthcare system. This new work environment might seem like a good thing – work in pj pants and lunch on the couch – but it has...
Is it Rheumatoid or Osteo Arthritis? And the 5 Solutions They Have in Common
Over 20 million people visit their physician’s office each year with complaints from arthritis – and that number is growing. By 2040, it’s estimated that 78 million Americans will have doctor-diagnosed arthritis. When we use this term “arthritis” we are most often...
Is Exercise Even Safe When I Feel “Burned Out”?
Who doesn’t feel overwhelmed or stretched thin sometimes? And it’s no wonder since many of us are balancing careers, side businesses, education, community involvement, children, extended family. . . the list goes on. If you have ever hit a wall when it comes to your...
Is Your Sleep Tracker Helping or Hindering Your Sleep?
I hope by now we all understand how important a good night sleep is to our health and well being. Many are even trying to improve in this area by using new technologies to measure sleep. About 20% of Americans own a wearable device, and more than 10% are wearing them...
Should I Exercise When I Have a Cold? 8 Safety Tips
If you’ve been diligent about sticking to a regular exercise schedule, it’s frustrating when a winter cold throws you off track. You developed habits, you were starting to see results for your efforts, and then you start to sniffle. Should you stick to your gym...
Friday Foodspiration: Dark Chocolate Cherry Granola Bites
We have seriously upgraded the nutritional value of that heart shaped box of chocolates for Valentine’s Day. Dark Chocolate and dried tart cherries are delicious paired with nuts and seeds. It is a sweet treat (thanks to the raw honey) but high in fiber, Omega 3 fatty...