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Sculpt a Better Life With a Strong Core

** This post contributed by Dr. Traci Grandfield Core strength is one of the major foundations to our health and, consequentially, quality of life. The definition of core is “the most central or most important part of something.”  The core is where we generate the power to drive our bodies in every action they perform….

Massage.  A luxury, or necessary component of taking care of your body?

If you’re like most people, you might consider massage to be a luxury.  Something you do every now and then on a “spa” day.  Yes, a massage is relaxing, but it’s so much more than that. Here are three healthy reasons to book a massage today: Relieves stress.  Experts estimate that upwards of ninety percent…

You Can’t Out-Exercise Bad Eating Habits

As we  begin 2016, on top of the list of goals for the year is to get healthy.  This can take many forms: losing weight, going to the gym. running a marathon, eating better, moving more, better posture, eight hours of sleep, etc. However, many of us run into pitfalls on our way to health….

5 Tips for Successful New Year’s Resolutions

As we round the corner and enter the last stretch of 2015, your thoughts may turn toward the New Year, and resolutions. Between 40 and 50% of us actually make resolutions, and losing weight or being fit and healthy rank among the top resolutions made each year.  However, 25% of people give up their resolutions inside…

I don’t have time to workout.

You’ve heard the excuse.  You may have even used it yourself. And yet, it’s likely not entirely true. Have you ever stopped to think what might happen if you don’t exercise? We often don’t think about health, until it’s too late.  Better to make it a priority right now, rather than wish you did, on your way…