Thousands of studies have been conducted by independent research institutions, over many decades, on the practice of mindfulness meditation. These studies have shown mindfulness meditation can be clinically effective for managing pain, depression, stress, anxiety and a wide range of medical and mental health conditions. Give mindfulness meditation practice a try. Mindfulness is a quality […]
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Last June when I made a career move, my amazing friends gave me a book entitled “The New Health Rules” by F. Lipman and D. Claro. There are so many great wellness and health strategies in this little book and the information on why meditation is worth a try guided me in using it as […]
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Abdominal exercises can strengthen your core. The plank is on most lists of the best abdominal exercises. Engaging your core during this exercise can help you perform it safely. Do planks everyday to strengthen your core. Begin with your forearms and toes on the floor. Keep your torso straight and rigid and your body in […]
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Once the concept of engaging the core is second nature, try the skill when doing routine daily physical activities that include movements like bending and lifting. Practice engaging your core in daily routine physical activities. For example: Sitting down/standing up Walking up/down stairs Bending and twisting to unload a dishwasher Lifting heavy objects When you […]
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Most us know or have heard we need to “engage the core”. It took me some specific information and direct instruction from a physical therapist to really understand how to put this phrase into action. A common response is to suck in the gut. Here are a few descriptions from Your Functional Health to give […]
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Why do physical therapists, personal trainers and fitness experts all stress the importance of focusing on your core? The reason for this recommendation is because the everyday benefits are huge! Focus on strengthening your core in order to: Prevent injuries from daily physical tasks-standing, lifting, bending Lower the risk of back pain Improve stability and […]
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How many times have you heard the term “engage your core”? Unfortunately, the phrase is often misunderstood. Many do not know what core really encompasses and the word engage does not adequately describe the action you need to perform on your “core”. Engage your core or “tighten your trunk”! My older brother Mark was in […]
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Fruit is one of my favorite food groups! Some are concerned about the sugar content of fruit, however what we should be concerned with is the added sugar found in processed foods. These healthy carbohydrates with natural sugar along with nutrients, antioxidants and fiber your body needs should have a place on everyone’s plate. Nutrition experts […]
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I eat a leafy green salad with dinner every night. I fill my plate up with greens and other produce and add my protein and sometimes a whole food starch on the smallest portion left on the plate. Fill up your plate with healthy greens and other produce. In the Time.com article, 5 Healthy Eating […]
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I eat and drink a few of the same foods and beverages everyday. I start each day with a cup of green tea and drink water throughout the day. I have an apple or share an apple, eat yogurt for breakfast or lunch and have a leafy green salad with lunch and/or dinner. Eat […]
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